Auto Immune Collection

Multiple sclerosis, MRI scan

Lymphocytes in hair follicle, SEM
Lymphocytes in hair follicle, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Large numbers of lymphocytes (yellow) are seen in inflamed and necrotic tissue at the base of hair shafts (red)

Arthritic hand, computer artwork. The finger and wrist joints are inflamed and swollen. Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by the immune system attacking the bodys own tissues

Arthritic hand, conceptual artwork. Arthritis is a degenerative disease that results in the loss of cartilage between joints (red), causing pain and inflammation

Rheumatoid arthritis mechanism, artwork
Rheumatoid arthritis mechanism. Artwork showing various aspects of rheumatoid arthritis, the inflammation of the joints due to attack by the bodys own immune system

Arthritic hands, X-ray
Arthritic hands. Coloured X-ray of the deformed hands of a patient suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. The patients fingers are abnormally bent because of damage to the joints

Arthritic knee, X-ray
Arthritic knee. Coloured X-ray of the knee of a patient with rheumatoid arthritis. At top is the femur (thigh bone), at bottom is the tibia (shinbone), with the smaller fibula to its right

Rheumatoid arthritis
MODEL RELEASED. Rheumatoid arthritis. General practitioner examining a patients hand for signs of rheumatoid arthritis. This condition is caused by the immune system attacking the bodys own tissues

Arthritic hands
MODEL RELEASED. Arthritic hands. Hands of a person that have become deformed due to arthritis. Arthritis is a degenerative condition that affects the joints causing inflammation and pain

Immune response to chronic inflammation. Computer artwork showing the interaction of T cell, lymphocyte, and macrophage white blood cells in response to chronic inflammation of the skin (top)

Failed hip replacement, composite image
Failed hip replacement. Composite image of a metal hip joint prosthesis in a femur (thigh bone). The prosthesis has become loose due to osteolysis, a weakening of the bone around the implant

Fibrosing alveolitis, X-ray
Fibrosing alveolitis. Coloured X-ray of the chest of an 82-year-old man with fibrosing alveolitis. Also known as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and cryptogenic fibrosing alveolitis

Nerve cell trauma response. Fluorescent light micrograph of a section through a spinal cord affected by multiple sclerosis (MS)

Lymphocytes in skin disorder, SEM
Lymphocytes in skin disorder, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Lymphocytes (light green) are seen in inflamed and necrotic tissue

Nerve cell trauma response. Fluorescent light micrograph of a section through a spinal cord affected by multiple sclerosis (MS)

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"Unveiling the Intricacies of Autoimmune Disorders: A Journey through Microscopic Landscapes" In this captivating journey, we delve into the enigmatic world of autoimmune disorders, where our body's defense mechanisms turn against us. Through powerful images and intricate hints, we explore the fascinating complexities that lie within. Lymphocytes in hair follicles captured under a scanning electron microscope (SEM) reveal the battleground where immune cells mistakenly attack healthy tissues, triggering conditions like psoriasis. The relentless assault can manifest in various ways, such as arthritic hands depicted in X-ray images that showcase joint erosion caused by rheumatoid arthritis. As we venture deeper into this mysterious realm, liver tissue cirrhosis comes to light through a mesmerizing light micrograph. This visual revelation exposes the destructive consequences of an overactive immune response on vital organs. Yet amidst these haunting visuals lies hope and resilience. An arthritic hand emerges as a symbol of strength and determination to overcome adversity. Conceptual artwork portrays not only physical pain but also the emotional toll endured by those battling autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Artistic depictions further unravel the mechanisms behind these ailments; one such artwork illustrates how rheumatoid arthritis unfolds at a cellular level – an intricate dance between immune cells gone awry. X-ray imagery continues to guide us through this expedition, revealing arthritic knees burdened by inflammation and degeneration. These snapshots serve as reminders of both the challenges faced daily by individuals with autoimmune disorders and their unwavering spirit to persevere. Through this visual odyssey, we gain insight into autoimmunity's multifaceted nature – its ability to affect diverse systems within our bodies while leaving no aspect untouched, and is a reminder that despite its complexity, research efforts persistently strive towards understanding these disorders better for improved diagnosis and treatment options. Join us on this illuminating voyage as we navigate through microscopic landscapes filled with lymphocytes, X-rays, and conceptual artwork.