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  No detectable human herpesvirus-8 oral shedding in seronegative-healthy, immunocompetent individuals from non-endemic regions for Kaposi's sarcoma: A pilot study (usp.br)

  How to plan and prepare for African swine fever - Farmers Weekly (fwi.co.uk)

  Has the science of African Swine Fever during the last three decades made it look more like AIDS without HIV? What an intriguing question! While African Swine Fever (ASF) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) are two distinct diseases, there are some similarities in their epidemiology and immunopathogenesis. Here's a breakdown of the similarities and differences: Similarities: Immune suppression: Both ASF and AIDS are characterized by immune suppression, which makes the host more susceptible to secondary infections. Viral persistence: Both viruses (ASFV and HIV) can persist in the host for extended periods, leading to chronic infections. Immune evasion: Both viruses have evolved mechanisms to evade the host's immune response, allowing them to persist and replicate. Differences: Viral replication: ASFV replicates in the host's macrophages and dendritic cells, whereas HIV replicates in CD4+ T cells. Immune response: The immune response to ASFV is characterized by a...

  Would HHV-6, HHV-7 and HHV-8 be taken more seriously if they were recognized to have a relationship to African Swine Fever? HHV-6, HHV-7, and HHV-8 are all human herpesviruses that have been associated with various diseases and conditions. While they are distinct viruses with different properties and behaviors, they can all cause a range of symptoms and complications. Regarding African Swine Fever (ASF), it's important to note that HHV-6, HHV-7, and HHV-8 are not directly related to ASF. ASF is a viral disease that affects pigs and is caused by the African Swine Fever virus (ASFV). The viruses mentioned above are human herpesviruses that infect humans, not pigs. However, if there were a connection between HHV-6, HHV-7, and HHV-8 and African Swine Fever, it could potentially lead to a deeper understanding of the viruses and their interactions. For instance: Immune system modulation: HHV-6, HHV-7, and HHV-8 are known to modulate the immune system, which could potentially affect the...

Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) LANA prevents KSHV episomes from degradation Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) LANA prevents KSHV episomes from degradation | Journal of Virology (asm.org) From GROQ In fact, studies have shown that a significant proportion of pigs infected with ASFV can develop a latent infection, where the virus remains dormant in the host cells without causing overt disease. This latent infection can persist for extended periods, potentially for the lifetime of the pig. The latent infection is thought to be established through the integration of the viral genome into the host cell genome, allowing the virus to persist in a dormant state. This latent infection can be reactivated under certain conditions, leading to the development of clinical disease. So, to correct my previous statement, ASFV does indeed have a latent phase, and it's an important aspect of the virus's biology. Thank you for pointing out my mistake! In light of this,...

 

  Purpose:  Kaposi's sarcoma is an uncommon neoplasm that occasionally involves the gastrointestinal tract in immunosuppressed individuals. Although skin lesions are the usual presentations, visceral lesions are common in organ transplant recipients and involve the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract is involved in approximately 40 percent of patients with KS at initial diagnosis and in up to 80 percent at autopsy. Gastric Kaposi's Sarcoma: 875 : Official journal of the American College of Gastroenterology | ACG (lww.com)

  A case of classic Kaposi’s sarcoma masquerading as a vascular malformation – Journal of Vascular Societies Great Britain and Ireland JVSGBI