Mar 22, 2023 · Overview of Autoimmune Diseases Your immune system is the network of cells and tissues in your body that work together to defend you from viruses, bacteria, and infection. It tries to …

Sjogren's disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the glands that make moisture in the body. Most common symptoms are dry mouth & eyes. Learn more.

Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease. Normally, the immune system works throughout your body to fight off and defend your body from viruses, bacteria, and infection. In people with autoimmune diseases, the …

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body's defense system attacks its own tissues. Learn more about this disease, its flares, and who is at risk.

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss, mostly in small, round patches. Learn more about the causes & risk factors.

Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that causes areas of tight, hard skin, but can also harm blood vessels and organs. Symptoms vary by type of scleroderma.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects multiple joints, resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness. Tiredness and fever may also be present.

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin disease where patches of skin become red & scaly. Learn more about the types, symptoms,& possible causes of psoriasis.

The symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis, whether mild or severe, may worsen in “flares” and improve during periods of remission. Because the disease can affect other areas of the body, other symptoms …

Pemphigus is a rare disease that causes blistering of the skin & the inside of the mouth, nose, throat, eyes, & genitals. Learn about this autoimmune disease.