Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own cells, leading to chronic inflammation and tissue damage. There are over 80 known autoimmune diseases, each affecting different organs and systems.
Common Autoimmune Diseases & Their Impact
1. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Causes joint inflammation, pain, and deformities. Chronic inflammation can also affect the heart, lungs, and blood vessels
2.Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
- Leads to hypothyroidism, causing fatigue, weight gain, and depression.
3.Graves’ Disease
- Causes hyperthyroidism, leading to rapid heartbeat, weight loss, and anxiety.
4. Type 1 Diabetes
- Destroys insulin-producing pancreatic cells, leading to high blood sugar and potential complications like kidney disease and nerve damage.
5.Lupus (SLE)
- Affects multiple organs, causing fatigue, joint pain, skin rashes, and kidney problems.
6.Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Attacks the nervous system, leading to muscle weakness, coordination issues, and cognitive problems..
7. Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis
- Causes skin plaques and joint pain due to immune-driven inflammation.