Dissecting Lupus: Where Do Self-Attacking B Cells Come From?

And why viral infections can sometimes instigate SLE-like symptoms or trigger SLE flares.

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B cells are one of the key players in the immune system, yet they are a double-edged sword. When properly controlled, these B cells protect against pathogens (disease-causing agents), such as the virus that causes…