Autoimmune Disease
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Pre-eclampsia, Toxemia of Pregnancy
By:
Elaine Moore
Researchers at the University of Texas Medical School completed a study that shows pre-eclempsia, a condition of hypertension in pregnancy, may be an autoimmune disease. more...
Oral Health and the Immune System
By:
Elaine Moore
Studies show that oral health is a good indicator of immune system health. In addition, studies suggest that measures used to improve oral health also benefit immunity. more...
By:
Elaine Moore
With more sophisticated diagnostic techniques, physicians are able to diagnose autoimmune liver diseases in their early stages, a time when symptoms overlap. more...
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...
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