Scleroderma is a relatively uncommon, but potentially devastating, autoimmune disease. No treatment is currently available, but its complications can be addressed.

Nov 1, 2008 - Stephen Allen Christensen

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.

Oct 29, 2009 - Toni D'Anna - Hernandez

Fluoride, stain repellants, non-stick cookware, rocket fuel, mercury and other chemicals are known to trigger autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD).

Dec 6, 2010 - Elaine Moore

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

Mar 5, 2006 - Elaine Moore

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

Aug 27, 2006 - Elaine Moore

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

Nov 10, 2009 - Arlene Lengyel

Research suggests that treating underlying infections and vitamin D receptor dysfunction may benefit and even reverse a number of autoimmune disorders.

Nov 7, 2011 - Elaine Moore

Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome can be classified into 3 subtypes, in which certain disorders frequently occur together; these classifications aid in diagnosis.

Apr 10, 2007 - Elaine Moore

Because of their variable features, overlapping autoimmune connective tissue, thyroid and liver disorders can be difficult to diagnose.

Aug 18, 2011 - Elaine Moore

Autoimmune liver disease are chronic and slow progressing but can cause severe illness and even death. Treatment usually involves reducing inflammation.

Nov 2, 2009 - Noreen Kassem

An overview of this chronic autoimmune disease, from the incidence to symptoms and possibilities for treatment.

May 16, 2010 - Kathy Gleason

The more they understand about the disease, the more patients and families suffering from scleroderma can do for one another and work toward a cure.

Nov 6, 2010 - Jennifer Romero

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

Nov 15, 2009 - Arlene Lengyel

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

Oct 4, 2007 - Elaine Moore

Evidence indicates that periodontal disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by infectious organisms and an abnormal immune response to collagen.

Jan 5, 2011 - Elaine Moore

Goodpasture's syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder characterized by glomerulonephritis and hemorrhaging of the lungs.

Mar 6, 2010 - Jitendra Rathod

Multiple sclerosis is a disease in which the nerves of the central nervous system degenerate. This autoimmune disorder affects young adults, more commonly females.

Feb 23, 2010 - Jitendra Rathod

Myasthenia gravis, or MG, is a neuromuscular autoimmune disorder. Although a rare condition, it may develop complications leading to death.

Jan 31, 2010 - Jitendra Rathod

Researchers at Stanford University have confirmed what many researchers have long suspected. Narcolepsy is an autoimmune disorder.

Jul 5, 2009 - Elaine Moore