Viral Immune Evasion

Viral immune evasion refers to the strategies viruses use to avoid detection and destruction by the body's immune system. They can do this by changing their surface proteins, hiding within infected cells, or producing substances that suppress immune responses. These tactics help viruses persist longer in the body, making it harder for the immune system to eliminate them. Understanding viral immune evasion is crucial for developing effective vaccines and treatments, as it reveals how some viruses can sometimes bypass immune defenses and cause ongoing infections.