Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare neurological autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation the peripheral nervous system. It is characterized by the immune system attacking the nerves, leading to weakness, tingling, loss of sensation and in severe cases, paralysis. GBS can occur suddenly and progress rapidly. Types –There are several types of GBS, with the most […]
Addison’s disease, also known as primary adrenal insufficiency, is a rare but serious condition that occurs when the adrenal glands don’t produce enough cortisol and, in some cases, aldosterone. These hormones are vital for the body’s response to stress, the regulation of blood pressure, and the maintenance of salt and water balance. . Symptoms –The […]
Pernicious anemia is an autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the cells in the stomach that produce a substance called intrinsic factor. Intrinsic factor is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12 from food. Without sufficient vitamin B12, the production of healthy red blood cells is impaired, leading to anemia. Symptoms […]
Scleroderma, also known as systemic sclerosis, is a chronic, although rare, autoimmune disease in which normal tissue is replaced with dense, thick fibrous tissue characterized by hardening and tightening of the skin.Normally, the immune system helps defend the body against disease and infection. In patients with scleroderma, the immune system triggers other cells to produce […]
Sjögren’s syndrome is a lifelong autoimmune disorder that reduces the amount of moisture produced by glands in the eyes and mouth. It is named for Henrik Sjögren, a Swedish eye doctor who first described the condition. Types –There are two types of Sjögren’s syndrome:• Primary Sjögren’s syndrome develops on its own, not because of any other […]
Graves' disease causes your thyroid to become hyperactive -- work harder than it needs to
Hashimoto’s disease affects the thyroid gland. It’s also called Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis or autoimmune thyroiditis