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I have cfids, but was told it's not autoimmune. however, doc says my immune system being out of whack causes my aches/weakness/inflammation. so how is it not an autoimmune issue if my immune system is "misfiring" and causing all of this? confused!

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Immune function: No matter if condition named or not immune function determined by gut function. Looking into dietary changes and food allergy testing is often helpful.

Answered 8/2/2019

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A member asked:

I have cfids, but was told it's not autoimmune. however, doc says my immune system being out of whack causes my aches/weakness/inflammation. so how is it not an autoimmune issue if my immune system is "misfiring" and causing all of this? confused!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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