Recurrence of Graves’ Disease (a Th1-type Cytokine Disease) Following SARS-CoV-2 mRNA Vaccine Administration: A Simple Coincidence?
Graves’ disease is the most frequent cause of hyperthyroidism in young women. This auto-immune disease is due to the production of class 1 IgG stimulating the TSH receptor. These antibodies are produced secondary to a Th1 immune response in which interferon gamma plays a key role. Vaccination is ong...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SMC MEDIA SRL
2021-09-01
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Series: | European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.ejcrim.com/index.php/EJCRIM/article/view/2807 |