Long-term host–microbe interactions drive systemic regulation (IMAGE)

Immunity & Inflammation

Long-term host–microbe interactions drive systemic regulation

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Long-term persistence of intracellular microbes may influence susceptibility to chronic conditions, including autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular disease, and cancer, by continuously altering physiological set points.

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"Commensal Bacteria" by National Institutes of Health (NIH) from Openverse Image source link: https://openverse.org/image/c81d8917-5130-4d32-ba6c-325336b16bb6?q=Gut+microbiome&p=15

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