Table 2.
Inflammatory conditions associated with decreasing Se status and increasing AID risk.
| Condition | Effect on Se Status | Reference * | Effect on AID Risk | Reference * |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bacterial infection | suppression | [142] | enhancement | [196] |
| viral infection | suppression | [187] | enhancement | [197] |
| cancer | suppression | [198] | enhancement | [199] |
| (poly-)trauma | suppression | [200] | enhancement | [201] |
| burn injury | suppression | [202] | enhancement | [203] |
| smoking | suppression | [204] | enhancement | [205] |
| surgery | suppression | [206] | enhancement | [207] |
| transplantation | suppression | [190] | enhancement | [208] |
| pregnancy | suppression | [82] | enhancement | [85] |
* out of many suitable references, one is chosen for reasons of space and clarity, with an apology to the authors of relevant studies not listed here. Admittedly, this overview is a biased selection intended to motivate and stimulate reflection.