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Redwolflake15

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List and briefly discuss the four first-line defenses against infection.

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Discuss toxic shock syndrome. What are some causes?


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daiying98

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Skin: unbroken; waterproof like covering.
Mucous membranes: line body openings.
Cilia: sweep away invading organisms.
Chemical defenders: destroy pathogens.

Answer to Question 2

A rare yet potentially fatal bacterial infection caused by prolonged use of tampons.
Super-absorbent tampons are not as prevalent in the market today.
Greatest risk is women aged 1625.
Use of diaphragm in body for a long time is also a risk factor.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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