Articles related to "Autoantigen"

An epidemiological study examined and found an association between parental autoimmunity diseases and autism spectrum disorders (ASDs)/infantile autism.

Infectious microorganisms can induce autoimmune diseases; however, working efficiently, the immune system's response to infection can also prevent autoimmune disease.

Stiff-man syndrome is known to occur in patients with one or more organ-specific diseases. This article describes these co-existing conditions.

Hyperthyroidism has several causes besides Graves' disease, and treatment varies with each cause. This article describes the causes and treatment of hyperthyroidism.

The drug eculizumab, an approved therapy for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, has been found to prevent muscle weakness and restore strength in animal models of MG.