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The Immune System in Cancer

The Immune System in Cancer

Cancer patients face immune system challenges primarily in 2 areas:(1) fighting malignancies through immune mechanisms and (2) confronting the immune-suppressive effects of the disease and treatments. In this Point-Counterpoint, we explore the potential role of the...

TNF-α and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

TNF-α and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Based upon the clinical presentation of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), we hypothesized that proinflammatory cytokines may play a role in the pathogenesis of the disease. We therefore undertook a retrospective cross-sectional study to examine the role of TNF- in...