Instead, the immune cells that fight off Swine Flu are the same ones that fight off all influenza viruses:
* T lymphocytes (T cells): These cells directly kill infected cells and help regulate the immune response.
* B lymphocytes (B cells): These cells produce antibodies that bind to the virus and prevent it from infecting cells.
* Natural Killer (NK) cells: These cells kill virus-infected cells without the need for prior sensitization.
* Macrophages: These cells engulf and destroy virus particles and infected cells.
* Dendritic cells: These cells present viral antigens to T cells, activating the immune response.
How Swine Flu Affects the Immune System:
* Viral Replication: The virus infects cells in the respiratory tract and replicates.
* Immune Response: The immune system recognizes the viral antigens and mounts an attack.
* Symptoms: The immune response can cause inflammation and symptoms like fever, cough, and fatigue.
* Recovery: If the immune system is strong enough, it will overcome the infection, and the body will develop antibodies to protect against future infection.
Important Note: There's no such thing as "Swine Flu immune cells." The immune cells are the same for all influenza viruses, but the virus itself can trigger different immune responses in different individuals.
