By attacking the body's own tissues,an overly reactive immune system is most likely to cause
A) allergic reactions.
B) colon cancer.
C) pneumonia.
D) hypertension.

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An overly reactive immune system is most likely to cause allergic reactions, which occur when the immune system mistakes non-harmful substances for dangerous invaders and mounts an attack against them. This reaction can cause inflammation, itching, and difficulty breathing, among other symptoms.

By Attacking the Body's Own Tissues,an Overly Reactive Immune System