Articles related to "Autoimmune Disease"

An increasing number of diseases are described as autoimmune. The processes behind these disorders are well understood but the triggers remain unclear.

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

Autoimmune diseases have been traditionally treated with immunosuppressants, but medications that stimulate the immune system may be a more rational choice.

This article serves as an introduction to autoimmune disorders, including their natural course, causes, symptoms, subtypes and treatment.

This article describes systemic and organ-specific autoimmune disorders and the variability seen in these disorders.

An autoimmune disorder and the medication used to treat the disease weakens the immune system, causing individuals to easily contract the flu and suffer complications.

Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system components fail or become imbalanced. Stress, infection, and poor diet can contribute to the disease process.

Within the last few years, several published reports have linked statins to lupus and other auotimmune disorders; learn about the benefits and risks of statin therapy.

Complementary medicine includes dietary modifications, dietary supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and various types of energy healing.

Hypersensitivity reactions occur when the immune system responds in an exaggerated fashion to foreign antigens such as pollen or food proteins.

An increased incidence of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is associated with certain autoimmune diseases. This article describes the autoimmune connection in NHL.

"The Promise Of Low Dose Naltrexone Therapy: Potential Benefits in Cancer, Autoimmune, Neurological and Infectious Disorders" is a must-read medical textbook.

The Marshall Protocol enables the immune system to destroy the intracellular bacteria that are thought to be the root cause of autoimmune illness.

Remission, either permanent or temporary, refers to the absence of active disease in patients with chronic disorders.

Various mushroom species act as immunomodulators, strengthening weak immune systems and calming down immune systems that are overactive.

In herbal medicine, adaptogens are herbs reputed to improve immune and endocrine function and increase the body's adaptation to stress, anxiety, fatigue, and trauma.

Amyloidosis is characterized by deposits of amyloid protein within one or more organs. Amyloidosis can occur as an autoimmune disorder or it can accompany other disorders

Initially used as a therapy for people with neurological conditions, art therapy has been found to offer many benefits in autoimmune and other chronic disorders.

Research provides hope for the sufferers of multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, Crohn's disease and other autoimmune disorders.

Lupus, lymphoma, leukemia, multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis are among numerous afflictions that develop because of a skewed body defense system.

Patients with viral and autoimmune hepatitis are at increased risk for developing several different autoimmune disorders.

In 1984, researchers at the Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York first suspected the autoimmune nature of endometriosis. Confirmation came in 2008.

Autoimmune disease is a primary contributing factor in infertility. This article describes this autoimmune connection along with current therapies.

Until 1995, when autoimmune pancreatitis was first described, pancreatitis was considered a disease induced exclusively by alcoholism.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease which has no known cure, at least not in western medicine. Ayurveda claims to have its cure.

Researchers have shown that the physiological effects of acupuncture are primarily derived from an increased production of endorphins and other natural opioid peptides.

Breastfeeding protects against autoimmune diseases, celiac and type I diabetes, as long as weaning occurs after solid food starts. Introduce Gluten with breast milk.

Long known to increase longevity, calorie restriction has recently been found to prevent autoimmune disease and improve health.

Catechins are bioflavinoids present in tea, chocolate, and red wine with potent antioxidant properties known to improve hypertension and reduce inflammation.

If your body is intolerant to wheat and gluten, then it can quite possibly be damaging the internal lining of your digestive tract, causing many symptoms. But what?

Nearly all cases of autoimmune hemolytic anemia are associated with a positive DAT. In some cases of AIHA, including hepatitis B, the Coombs test may be negative.

Cytokines include a number of different proteins that modulate the immune response; cytokines contribute to symptoms and their severity in autoimmune disease.

DHEA is a prohormone naturally produced by the endocrine glands. Levels of DHEA decline with aging, a time when the incidence of autoimmune diseases increases.

Changes in food processing in North America have contributed to a pro-inflammatory diet. Persistent inflammation leads to autoimmune and other chronic diseases.

Recreational drugs, such as cocaine, amphetamine, marijuana, and heroin have all been implicated in autoimmune disease development and progression.

The presence of free DNA in the blood circulation of people with rheumatoid arthritis lends clues to our understanding of autoimmune disease development.

Ginger is widely used in herbal medicine to reduce inflammation. This article describes what you can expect from adding ginger to your healing protocol.

Many people with chronic diseases feel that they're responsible for their illness or their inability to heal. Learn how these feelings of guilt can harm or help us.

With his new wellness program which addresses the causes of chronic disease, Dr. Mark Hyman learned that his protocols ameliorate physical and also mental ailments.

Hypothyroidism is a very common condition, which can result in fatigue and weakness. Fortunately it is easy to diagnose and treat.

Immunosuppressant medications help prevent organ rejection in transplants and reduce inflammation and autoantibody production in patients with autoimmune disorders.

L-carnitine effectively inhibits the activity of excess thyroid hormone and reduces symptoms of hyperthyroidism.

Many autoimmune disorders show signs of intestinal permeability, which is thought to contribute to disease development and worsen symptoms.

Lemon balm, a member of the mint family, is used to relieve symptoms and promote immune system health in patients with autoimmune disease.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) belongs to a family of autoimmune rheumatic disorders with features that often overlap.

Magnesium deficiency can trigger disease development and worsen symptoms in hyperthyroidism, fibromyalgia, Raynaud's and other autoimmune disorders.

Several autoimmune conditions, such as Sjogren's syndrome, thyroiditis, and rheumatoid arthritis, have consistently been linked to malignant or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Medical Ethics involves 6 basic principles. Experts agree that autonomy, which describes the right for patients to choose their own treatment, is the most important.

The hormone melatonin promotes sleep and enhances immune function. Despite these benefits, until studies are complete, it should be used cautiously in autoimmune diseases

Myasthenia gravis is generally diagnosed with one or more specialized tests and/or symptoms analysis. One diagnostic blood test checks for acetylcholine antibodies.