Autoimmune Disease
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By:
Elaine Moore
Type 1 (autoimmune) diabetes is caused by autoantibodies that target the insulin-secreting beta cells of the pancreas. Without adequate insulin, blood sugar levels rise. more...
By:
Janet L. Savage
The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) estimates between 1.5 and 2 million Americans have a form of Lupus, but the actual number may be higher. more...
By:
Elaine Moore
Recent studies show that thyroid function test results can be misleading. In a recently discovered MCT8 mutation, hypothyroidism occurs but not its typical lab pattern. more...
By:
Elaine Moore
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is a demyelinating autoimmune condition that causes episodes of muscle weakness and vision loss. NMO antibodies are key to diagnosis. more...
An increasing number of diseases are described as autoimmune. The processes behind these disorders are well understood but the triggers remain unclear. more...
By:
Elaine Moore
For this MS patient, LDN has been a miracle cure. To encourage awareness and funding for more clinical trials, she's marching 53 miles to meet with state health advisors. more...
By:
Elaine Moore
Graves' disease is a self-limited autoimmune hyperthyroid disorder caused by a combination of genes and environmental triggers. more...
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