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What sort of problem is an autoimmune disease?
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Autoimmune disorders: Autoimmune disorders are conditions in which your body makes antibodies against your own tissues. Examples include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, hepatitis, anemia, hypothyroidism, and vasculitis. Management of these conditions generally requires the assistance of a specialist--rheumatologist.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Anti-self: Autoimmune problems occur when our immune system fails to down regulate antibodies against our own tissues.
Answered 2/3/2015
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