Your immune system plays a crucial role in protecting your body by combating foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses. When faced with these threats, it launches an attack to prevent illness. However, there are times when the immune system mistakenly identifies healthy cells as foreign invaders.
An autoimmune disease arises when the immune system erroneously targets and attacks your own healthy cells.
Causes of Autoimmune Diseases
The exact cause of autoimmune diseases is not fully understood, but several factors are believed to contribute, including:
- Ethnicity
- Genetic predisposition
- Infections
- Chemical exposures
- Diet high in fats and sugars
Common Autoimmune Diseases
Some prevalent autoimmune diseases include:
- Type 1 diabetes
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Psoriasis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Addison’s disease
- Sjögren’s syndrome
- Autoimmune vasculitis
- Celiac disease
Symptoms of Autoimmune Diseases
Symptoms vary depending on the specific disease and its cause, but common signs include:
- Fatigue
- Muscle pain
- Swelling
- Redness
- Fever
- Difficulty concentrating
- Numbness in extremities
- Hair loss
- Skin rashes
Treatment for Autoimmune Diseases
The treatment for autoimmune diseases is tailored to the individual, considering the type, underlying cause, severity of symptoms, and overall health. Your healthcare provider will develop a personalized care plan aimed at alleviating symptoms and managing the hyperactive immune response.
Why Choose Us
- Multispeciality team approach
- NABH accredited facility
- COVID-safe environment with strict protocols
- Compliance with international clinical and safety standards
- Rigorous infection control measures
At Yupiter Hospital, our Department of Internal Medicine is a premier center dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of autoimmune diseases. Our specialists adopt a personalized approach to help you manage symptoms and effectively treat your condition.
