Disease Defense: Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakes certain cells in the body for pathogens and attacks them.
Encyclopedia: Autoimmunity
Autoimmunity is the failure of an organism to recognize its own constituent parts as self, which results in an immune response against its own cells and tissues. Any disease that results from such an aberrant immune response is termed an autoimmune disease. Prominent examples include Coeliac disease, diabetes mellitus type 1 , systemic lupus erythematosus , Sjögren's syndrome, Churg-Strauss Syndrome, multiple sclerosis , Hashimoto's thyroiditis, Graves' disease, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura,...
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Autoimmune Diseases << Frequently Asked Questions << womenshealth.gov
Our bodies have an immune system that protects us from disease and infection. But if you have an autoimmune disease, your immune system attacks itself by ...
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Autoimmune disease - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Autoimmune diseases arise from an overactive immune response of the body against substances and tissues normally present in the body. ...
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MedlinePlus: Autoimmune Diseases
The primary NIH organization for research on Autoimmune Diseases is the ... Coping with Autoimmunity(American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association) ...
News
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What is lupus?
What is lupus? Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect numerous parts of the body: joints, heart, lungs, skin, brain, blood, and kidneys.
Nov 20, 2008
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Leukaemia drug tackles diabetes, too
Posted on behalf of Meredith Wadman Imatinib (trade name Gleevec), the drug that rose to fame as a potent and lasting treatment for chronic myeloid leukemia and some other cancers has recently shown a tantalizing...
Nov 17, 2008
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autoimmune diseases?
was diagnosed at age 31 with Graves Disease. The symptoms came on suddenly and severely....
was diagnosed at age 31 with Graves Disease. The symptoms came on suddenly and severely....
I urge you to go to the nearest University Hospital (generally near a Medical School) for help. You now have several systems involved & you will go broke in bod...
Asked by Journey-ing my way through life! - 2 months ago
Is dermographism an isolated condition or is it a sign of many potential autoimmune disorders/diseases?...
I've recently been diagnosed with dermographism and I was wondering if someone with a better...
I've recently been diagnosed with dermographism and I was wondering if someone with a better...
not a dnagerous condition; could be related to thyroid nutritional deficiences... Buy a. Naicn vitamin B3 @ 50 or 100 mgs. day b. Vitamin C tabs @ atleast 250 mgs. day c. Coconut...
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Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune Diseases Recently, I've been very interested in autoimmune diseases. I don't pretend to be an expert in autoimmune diseases, but I would like to know more of them. Currently I understand
Nov 02, 2004
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Connection between allergic diseases and autoimmune diseases
Researchers discover connection between allergic diseases and autoimmune diseases A new study , and autoimmune diseases. The study was published in the April 1 edition of Nature Immunology. http
Apr 04, 2007
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Link Autoimmune Diseases and Immunodeficiency
Apparently there is a strong link between autoimmune diseases (especially RA, lupus on "Autoimmune Conditions." OK. Now I get why it might be possible to have both an ...
Aug 17, 2007
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Whats an autoimmune disease? are there any examples of autoimmune...
Our bodies have an immune system that protects us from disease and infection. But if you have an autoimmune disease, your immune system attacks itself by mistake, and you can get sick. Autoimmune diseases can...
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I am worried that I have a autoimmune disease, my...
Usually for an Autoimmune Disease those aren't the symptoms. Usually if you get sick it is harder for your body to get well or your body Resists Antibiotics. But i would suggest seeing a doctor...
Videos
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The Body's Defense Against Disease: A Closer Look
Allergies, autoimmune diseases and AIDS are diseases that occur when the immune system malfunctions or is weakened by direct attack.
How-To Videos
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How To Heal Leaky Gut Syndrome
http://www.totalwellnesscleanse.com/preview.html Stop putting holes in your gut and learn how to heal it once and for all. Prevent allergies, autoimmune diseases, and more. Get your FREE 8-part "The Toxic Side of Food" e-course ...
Hand Exercises for Arthritis
Do you have arthritis pain in your hands? This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through exercises which can be done daily, or several times a day, that will help to alleviate the pain of arthritis. Performing these movements with your hands submerged in warm water may provide even more relief.
Protect Your Joints
Arthritis can render your joints very painful, especially in your hands. You can protect your hands from further damage by avoiding pushing, pulling, or twisting movements. There are additional things you can do to avoid further joint damage, such as increasing the size of toothbrush handles with foam. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through more tips.
Blood Sugar Slide Show
For those with diabetes testing your blood sugar is an important part of managing your health. Whether you're a pro or just starting out this slide show from the Mayo Clinic takes you through the entire process from washing your hands to recording the numbers to storing your glucometer.
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