You likely know a thing or two about your immune system—you know, that network you want to keep in tip-top shape all winter long. The immune system includes organs, white blood cells and antibodies ...

EPI has a range of causes, some of which are autoimmune conditions. Treating these underlying conditions can help resolve symptoms of EPI and reduce your risk of complications. Exocrine pancreatic ...

Autoimmune hives (urticaria) are a type of rash caused by an overactive immune system that attacks healthy skin. It may be associated with an autoimmune condition, such as autoimmune thyroid disease.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. There are more than 100 autoimmune diseases, affecting tens of millions as cases continue to rise, and 4 in 5 ...

Autoimmune neurological diseases are conditions where the immune system attacks nerve cells. Damage to neuronal cells can lead to a variety of neurologic and psychiatric symptoms. Autoimmune diseases ...

Suggested Citation: "2 Background on Autoimmune Diseases." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2022. Enhancing NIH Research on Autoimmune Disease. Washington, DC: The National ...

Blood tests can help with the diagnosis of autoimmune hepatitis. These include tests for increased liver enzymes or antibody levels. However, other tests are necessary to confirm the diagnosis.

Patients with type 2 diabetes who received sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors demonstrated a nearly 50% lower risk for systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease vs. those who received dipeptidyl ...

Autoimmune disorders result when your body’s immune system becomes overactive, causing it to attack and damage your tissues. There is a good deal of overlap between autoimmune disorders and ...

Dry eye has emerged as an early warning sign of autoimmune disease, appearing roughly three years before many patients receive a formal diagnosis. That gap reframes a common irritation as a potential ...