Biology In Human Welfare - Human Health And Disease

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<li>In ancient times, people had various beliefs about the causes of diseases and methods of treatment</li>
<li>Some of these beliefs were based on superstitions and lack of scientific understanding</li>
<li>Let’s explore some of the earlier beliefs on health and disease</li>
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<li>Early humans believed that diseases were caused by supernatural forces such as gods, spirits, or demons</li>
<li>They thought that diseases were punishments for their sins or result of displeasure of gods</li>
<li>Treatments involved appeasing these supernatural powers through rituals, prayers, sacrifices, or offering gifts</li>
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<li>Developed by ancient Greeks like Hippocrates, it proposed that the human body consists of four humors - blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile</li>
<li>An imbalance of these humors was believed to cause diseases</li>
<li>Treatments involved restoring the balance through practices like bloodletting, purging, or using herbal remedies</li>
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<footer style = "font-size: 18px">Biology In Human Welfare - Human Health and Disease - Earlier Beliefs on Health $\rightarrow$ Belief 1: Supernatural Causes $\rightarrow$ <span style = "color:blue"> Belief 2: Humoral Theory </span> $\rightarrow$ Belief 3: Miasma Theory $\rightarrow$ Belief 4: Theory of Spontaneous Generation </footer>

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<li>This belief suggested that organisms could arise spontaneously from non-living matter</li>
<li>It was thought that diseases could be caused by the spontaneous generation of microorganisms</li>
<li>Measures involved sterilization of objects, cleanliness, and avoidance of rotting materials to prevent disease transmission</li>
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<li>Astrology was also considered a factor affecting health and disease</li>
<li>The position of planets and stars were believed to influence the human body and its susceptibility to diseases</li>
<li>Remedies involved wearing gemstones, performing rituals on specific astrological dates, or seeking astrological guidance</li>
<li>Remember, these earlier beliefs on health and disease lacked scientific evidence and understanding. With advancements in medical science, we now have a better understanding of the causes of diseases and effective methods of treatment.</li>
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<li>The immune system plays a crucial role in protecting our body from pathogens</li>
<li>Let’s explore the components and functions of the immune system in detail</li>
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<li>WBCs are a key component of the immune system</li>
<li>They are produced in the bone marrow and circulate throughout the body</li>
<li>Different types of WBCs have specialized functions in defending against infections</li>
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<li>The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and organs that play a role in immune responses</li>
<li>Lymphatic vessels carry lymph, a fluid containing WBCs, lymphocytes, and antigens</li>
<li>Lymph nodes filter and purify the lymph, removing pathogens and activating immune responses</li>
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<li>Antibodies, also known as immunoglobulins, are produced by the immune system to target specific antigens</li>
<li>They bind to antigens and help in their elimination</li>
<li>Antibodies are classified into different types (IgG, IgA, IgM, etc.) based on their structure and functions</li>
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<footer style = "font-size: 18px">Component 1: White Blood Cells (WBCs) $\rightarrow$ Component 2: Lymphatic System $\rightarrow$ <span style = "color:blue"> Component 3: Antibodies </span> $\rightarrow$ Component 4: Complement System $\rightarrow$ Component 5: Immune Response </footer>

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<li>The complement system consists of a group of proteins that work to enhance the immune response</li>
<li>It helps in the elimination of pathogens by attracting WBCs, promoting inflammation, and directly destroying pathogens</li>
<li>Complement proteins can also interact with antibodies to enhance their effectiveness</li>
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<li>The immune response is a series of coordinated actions by the immune system to eliminate pathogens and foreign substances</li>
<li>It involves both innate (non-specific) and adaptive (specific) immune mechanisms</li>
<li>Examples of immune responses include inflammation, production of antibodies, and activation of immune cells</li>
<li>Understanding the components and functions of the immune system is essential for comprehending how our body protects itself against diseases.</li>
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<li><strong>Examples of supernatural causes include</strong>:
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<li>Gods and goddesses believed to be responsible for specific diseases</li>
<li>Evil spirits believed to possess individuals and cause illnesses</li>
<li>Demons thought to bring about epidemics and plagues</li>
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<li><strong>Examples of humoral imbalances include</strong>:
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<li>Excess phlegm believed to cause respiratory diseases and colds</li>
<li>Excess black bile believed to lead to depression and melancholy</li>
<li>Excess yellow bile thought to be associated with anger and aggression</li>
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<li><strong>Examples of miasma theory in action</strong>:
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<li>Placing fragrant flowers or herbs in the house to ward off diseases</li>
<li>Wearing aromatic substances such as perfumes or pomanders</li>
<li>Burning incense or medicinal herbs to cleanse the air</li>
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<li><strong>Examples of spontaneous generation beliefs</strong>:
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<li>Belief that maggots spontaneously appeared in decaying meat</li>
<li>Belief that disease-causing microorganisms were spontaneously generated from organic matter</li>
<li>Use of measures like boiling or sterilizing equipment to prevent spontaneous generation of microorganisms</li>
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<li><strong>Examples of astrological influences on health and disease</strong>:
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<li>Belief in zodiac signs influencing susceptibility to certain diseases</li>
<li>Wearing specific gemstones based on astrological recommendations for health improvement</li>
<li>Performing rituals or following specific dietary practices on auspicious days based on astrology</li>
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<li><strong>Types of WBCs and their functions</strong>:
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<li>Neutrophils: Engulf and destroy bacteria</li>
<li>Lymphocytes: Responsible for immune responses, produce antibodies</li>
<li>Monocytes: Engulf and destroy dead cells and pathogens</li>
<li>Eosinophils: Defense against parasites and involved in allergic reactions</li>
<li>Basophils: Involved in allergic reactions and release of histamine</li>
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<li><strong>Lymphatic system components and functions</strong>:
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<li>Lymph nodes: Filter lymph and trap pathogens, antigen presentation</li>
<li>Spleen: Filters blood, removes old red blood cells</li>
<li>Tonsils: Trap pathogens entering through the respiratory and digestive systems</li>
<li>Thymus: Site of maturation for T-lymphocytes</li>
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<li><strong>Innate immune response</strong>:
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<li>Immediate response to eliminate pathogens, non-specific</li>
<li>Includes physical barriers, phagocytosis, inflammation, and fever</li>
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<li><strong>Adaptive immune response</strong>:
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<li>Specific response to particular pathogens, takes time to develop</li>
<li>Involves recognition of antigens, activation of lymphocytes, and production of antibodies</li>
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<li>Understanding the components and functions of the immune system is crucial for comprehending how our body protects itself against diseases.</li>
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