Question 1

how do you know if you have a good immune system?

Accepted Answer

Immunity: If you don't get sick all the time, you should be fine.

Question 2

can a baby have a good immune system from birth?

Accepted Answer

Good meaning Normal: Sure, all normal newborns have good immune systems, meaning all normal babies have normal immune systems... for a baby. Likewise, normal newborns have normal vision... for a new baby. It's all a matter of perspective.

Question 3

we got very good immune system but why is it that we can't fight hiv?

Accepted Answer

Immune system attack: Good evening, 
 it is an insightful question! HIV agent  attacks the immune cells themselves while most other infectious agents are attacked by cells of immune system as soon as they enter our body. Hiv enters the immune cells, kills them, causes programmed cell death of cells, and we lose cell-mediated immunity. This makes us defenseless against other invading organism and normally harmless germs.

Question 4

can having good immune system help prevent cavity and gum disease?

Accepted Answer

Cavities, no: Cavities are caused by the acids excreted by the bacteria that reside in your mouth and stick to your teeth. This is not an infection. Periodontal disease is caused by an irritation of the support systems of your teeth (bone and gums) again, by bacteria stuck to the root surface and in the sulcus. A good immune system can help ward off infection, but proper brushing and flossing is best bet ..

Question 5

will having good immune system help prevent cavity and gum disease?

Accepted Answer

It helps: Dental disease is dependent upon the oral environment and the type of bacteria present. We all have bacteria in our mouths, some good, some bad. When the bad bacteria, acid and food present overwhelms the balance in the mouth, dental disease will occur. It is up to you to help reduce the accumulation of food and bacteria and acid to help stop dental disease.

Question 6

what does low pneumococcal antibodies mean?blood showed good immune system except that? can it cause chronic sinusitis and bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

It means exposure: You've been exposed to Pneumococcus, not necesarily presntly infected

Question 7

can a good immune system fight chlamydia and gonorrhoea?

Accepted Answer

Not very well: These germs will easily overwhelm the bodies immune system and have the potential to cause serious damage unless treated with antibiotics. They can sometimes persist within an infected person for an extended period, without obvious symptoms, quietly damaging various structures.In women, sterility is a possible outcome.

Question 8

what is good for my immune system?

Accepted Answer

Stay healthy: Eat right, exercise, take a multivitamin.  Antioxidents such as teas, colored fruits and berries, chocolat and a little red wine.  Probiotics such as yogert may help.  Get enough sleep. Don't smoke or drink to excess.

Question 9

is hot cocoa good for the immune system. and what else is it good for pleaz help?

Accepted Answer

No: There is not sufficient evidence to say that hot cocoa is good or bad for the immune system. In general, a healthy diet, plenty of sleep and exercise would be helpful to support good immune system.

Question 10

what exactly is in those foods and drinks that make them so good for the immune system?

Accepted Answer

Good diet: A diet that provides adequate vitamins and minerals is all that is needed to keep your immune system health.

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