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What causes discoid lupus erythematosus?
The cause of DLE is unknown. It is thought that DLE (like SLE) may be an autoimmune disorder. Autoimmune disorders are those that occur when cells of the immune system are misdirected against the body
What is An immune disorder vs an autoimmune disorder?
An immune disorder refers to any condition that affects the immune system's ability to function properly, which can result in increased susceptibility to infections or the immune system being overactive. An autoimmune disorder, on the other hand, is a specific type of immune disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own healthy cells and tissues, leading to inflammation and damage. Examples of autoimmune disorders include rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Essentially, all autoimmune disorders are immune disorders, but not all immune disorders are autoimmune in nature.
Can the immune system disorder Lupus destroy a developing child?
SLE does not cause tissue destruction in utero which typically results in death of the fetus, however it can cause developmental problems including heart block that may be fatal.
Can hypothyroidism cause SlE?
No lupus is a separate autoimmune disorder. When a patient has an autoimmune disease, the immune system cannot tell the difference between harmful substances and healthy ones. The result is an overactive immune response that attacks otherwise healthy cells and tissue. This leads to chronic inflammation. Patients who have one autoimmune disorder may also have others, like Hashimoto's Thyroiditis.
Is rheumatoid arthritis an immune system disorder?
Yes Rheumatoid arthritis is an immune system disorder in which the immune system turns on the body and mistakenly destroys tissue.
An immune disorder is a possible cause for which disease?
Several diseases are caused by immune disorders. Alopecia - where the hair falls out in clumps - may well be caused by an immune disorder.
What type of disease is lupus?
Lupus is an autoimmune disorder, a disease in which the body's immune system turns against the body itself
What causes SLE?
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic, environmental, and hormonal factors. Specifically, it is thought that certain genes, environmental triggers (such as infections, UV light exposure, and certain medications), and hormonal imbalances may contribute to the development of SLE. Additionally, abnormalities in the immune system, such as the production of autoantibodies that target the body's own tissues, play a key role in causing the symptoms of SLE.
What is used to calculate the ALE?
Type your answer here... SLE and ARO
What is an immune system?
Any disorder affecting immunity is called as immune system disorder. Now most common cause for the same is HIV infection.
What is immune disorder characterized by the production of histamines?
Allergy
Is rheumatoid arthritis considered an immune disorder?
yes
