Match each disease or condition with its corresponding definition or description.
-An excessive reaction of the immune system to antigens from a different individual of the same species
A)Autoimmunity
B)Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
C)Lymphedema
D)Isoimmunity
E)Anaphylactic shock
F)Elephantiasis
G)Systemic lupus erythematosus
H)Urticaria
I)Contact dermatitis
J)Lymphangitis

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Isoimmunity is an excessive reaction of the immune system to antigens from a different individual of the same species.

Answer: B 
 Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that weakens the immune system and makes individuals more susceptible to infections and certain cancers.

Answer: C 
 Lymphedema is the swelling of a body part, most often an arm or leg, due to an accumulation of lymphatic fluid.

Answer: A 
 Autoimmunity is a condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks and damages an individual's own cells and tissues.

Answer: E 
 Anaphylactic shock is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that causes a rapid drop in blood pressure, difficulty breathing, and swelling of the throat and tongue.

Answer: F 
 Elephantiasis is a condition in which lymphatic vessels become obstructed, leading to swelling and thickening of the skin and underlying tissues.

Answer: G 
 Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that can affect various organs and tissues of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, and brain.

Answer: H 
 Urticaria, also known as hives, is a skin reaction characterized by raised, itchy bumps that often appear suddenly and may be triggered by an allergen or other irritant.

Answer: I 
 Contact dermatitis is a skin reaction that occurs when an individual's skin comes into contact with a substance that triggers an immune response, such as certain metals, chemicals, or plants.

Answer: J 
 Lymphangitis is an infection that affects the lymphatic vessels and can cause symptoms such as fever, chills, redness and swelling of the affected area of skin, and pain or tenderness in the lymph nodes.

Match Each Disease or Condition with Its Corresponding Definition or Description