Autoimmune conditions

Autoimmune diseases occur when your immune system attacks your own body. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases.

In this autoimmune disease, the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments.

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease of the neuromuscular system that causes muscle weakness. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Vasculitis is a group of disorders and is caused by inflammation of blood vessels. Read more about vasculitis types, symptoms and treatment options.

Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune condition that commonly affects your eyes and salivary glands. Here's how your doctor may diagnose it.

Scleroderma is an autoimmune condition. Learn more about the types of scleroderma and the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for scleroderma.

Experiencing pain and swelling in the smaller joints in your hands or feet? It could be rheumatoid arthritis - find out more here.

Lupus is a disease where your immune system attacks your own normal cells. Its cause is not yet entirely understood, but treatments are available.

Fibromyalgia is an ongoing condition that causes generalised pain. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments for fibromyalgia.

Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disease that causes damage to the lining of the small bowel. It can be treated with a gluten-free diet.

Hashimoto's disease can cause your body to produce too little thyroid hormone. Find out more about its causes, symptoms and treatment.

Guillain-Barre syndrome is an autoimmune disease causing weakness, numbness or paralysis. Learn about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.

Being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes can be overwhelming. However, while the condition is not curable, there are ways to manage it successfully.

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