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Which condition does the body turn against itself and mistakenly attack normal cells?
This is called autoimmune.
What disease of the body attacks its own cells?
You are referring to autoimmune disease - there are many depending on what systems in the body are effected.Graves disease and Hashimoto thyroiditis are forms of autoimmune thyroid disease -Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints -Lupus is a condition characterized by chronic inflammation of body tissues, also autoimmune -Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease of the connective tissue, it causes scar tissue to form where there is no injury -
What is an autoimmune disease?
rheumatoid arthritis
Is there an autoimmune cancer?
No. In an autoimmune disease, the body attacks his own cells which become for unkonwn reason recognized as a foreign body (antigen). While in cancer, certain body cells divide without control. So autoimmune and cancer indicate unrelated terms.
What all hashimotos does to the body and how you can lean to live with it?
This is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks and destroys the cells that produce your thyroid hormones. You have to take a one a day pill to replace these thyroid hormones, usually for the rest of your life. Good luck! :) Student Dr.
Is rheumatoid arthritis an autoimmune disease?
Yes RA is an autoimmine disease.yes Rheumatoid arthritis is an Autoimmune disease that causes the dist ruction of connective tissue particularly cartilage in the joints but it can effect many other parts of the body.
When the body responds to its own cells as foreign antigens this results in?
When the body responds to its own cells as foreign antigens, it results in an autoimmune reaction. This can lead to inflammation, tissue damage, and a variety of autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and type 1 diabetes.
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.
what Of the following statements is FALSE regarding an autoimmune disease?
The writer left out the statements regarding autoimmune disease. However, in autoimmune diseases, such as lupus, MS, or HIV, the white blood cells in the body are no longer able to protect the body against infection. The immune system has been compromised and a person has to be extremely careful and avoid getting sick. Also, the immune system starts attacking different organs in the body because they believe to be a threat. These are truths about autoimmune disease, anything saying different would be false.
How does autoimmune disease affect the body?
Normally, immune cells work to recognize and help destroy foreign invaders like bacteria, viruses, and fungi. In autoimmune disorders, these cells mistakenly recognize various tissues of the body as foreign invaders
What disease is when body attacks own cells?
An autoimmune disease is when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, tissues, and organs. This can lead to inflammation, damage, and dysfunction in various parts of the body. Some common examples include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and type 1 diabetes.
What is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body produces antibodies that stick to the body and own cells causing the body to attack itself is called?
A chronic autoimmune disease where the body produces antibodies that attack its own cells is known as an autoimmune disorder. Examples include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis. In these conditions, the immune system mistakenly identifies healthy cells as foreign invaders, leading to inflammation and tissue damage. The exact cause of these diseases can vary and often involves a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
