Diseases of the Immune System

What is the function of the immune system?

• To allow us to breath

• To take nutrients from food

• To fight off disease

• To help us to move

Which of the following body parts help to make up the immune system?

• The spleen

• Bone marrow

• The stomach

• The lungs

Which of the following is not an autoimmune disease?

• Multiple sclerosis

• Bowel disease

• Allergies

• Arthritis

MS effects mainly the brain and spinal cord.

• True

• False

Which of the following are signs and symptoms of MS?

• Tiredness and weakness

• Brittle bones

• Vomiting

• Movement problems

Sneezing, red eyes and an itchy mouth are signs/ symptoms of which type of allergic reaction?

• Minor reaction

• Severe reaction

Chest tightness, Skin rash and loss of consciousness are signs/ symptoms of a severe allergic reaction.

• True

• False