Which of the Following Is NOT Characteristic of Autoimmune Diseases

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of autoimmune diseases?

• A) They tend to run in families.
• B) Their prevalence is decreasing.
• C) They cause the immune system to attack normal tissues.
• D) They involve both an immune and inflammatory response.

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Definitions:

Urgency

A sudden, compelling need to urinate, which is difficult to delay, often a symptom of a urinary tract condition.

Orchitis

Inflammation of one or both testicles, often caused by infections or viruses such as the mumps virus.

Scrotal Swelling

An abnormal enlargement of the scrotal sac, which may indicate various conditions, such as hydrocele, epididymitis, or inguinal hernia.

Testis

The male reproductive gland that produces sperm and testosterone, found in the scrotum.