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Q: Can chemotherapy cause autoimmune disease
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Does radon gas cause Hashimotos disease?

No, this disease is an autoimmune disease.


Is methotrexate a chemo medicine?

No, methotrexate is a form of chemotherapy and an immunosuppressant. It is used to treat autoimmune disease and some forms of cancer.


Can an autoimmune disease cause amemia?

Yes, there are several autoimmune disease processes which may result in different types of anemia.


Can blood poisoning cause graves' disease?

No. Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease that causes a overactive thyroid gland.


Is rubella an autoimmune disease?

Rubella is an infectious disease. It is not an autoimmune disease.


An autoimmune thyroid disease that is caused by the thyroid gland being overactive is known as?

Well, Graves Disease is an autoimmune disease that can cause hyperthyroidism Also, Graves can cause Thyroid Eye Disease. So not sure if that has answered your question.


Does frequent bouts of pneumonia cause autoimmune disease?

Bouts of pnuemonia do not cause autoimmune disease. However, some individuals with certain autoimmune diseases are more prone to pneumonia, and recurrent pneumonia itself may indicate a problem with the immune system, including autoimmunity.


Can RA cause LUPUS?

RA is rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks and destroys the joints. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect virtually any part of the body. Lupus does not destroy joints, but it does cause pain and inflammation.Rheumatoid arthritis does not cause lupus, but it is common to have more than one autoimmune disease in overlap.


Is a autoimmune disease or leukemia better?

Both autoimmunity and leukemia are serious diseases, and both can result in death. Both are often treated with similar chemotherapy drugs, resulting in similar side effects. Leukemia can be treated so the patient is *cured*. Autoimmune disease is usually forever.


Which is a autoimmune disorder caused by hyperthyroidism is characterized by goiter or exophthalmos?

While many things can cause a goiter, a goiter and exophthalmos are symptoms of the autoimmune disease, Graves' disease.


Where can one find a list of autoimmune disorders?

Autoimmune diseases are ranked number one cause of heart disease, cancer and all diseases. One can find the list of autoimmune diseases in online website "Cidpusa" and "Aarda".


Can celiac disease cause thyroid disturbances?

Celiac's can cause malabsorption which can adversely affect thyroid performance. Additionally, Celiac's is an autoimmune disorder and as such often is present with other autoimmune disorders including Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Graves' Disease.