What Is It? Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APS) is an autoimmune condition in which the body produces antibodies that increase the tendency of blood to clot. These clots can occur in veins, arteries, or the placenta during pregnancy. APS may occur: On its own isolated condition (Primary APS) Along with other autoimmune diseases, especially Systemic Lupus […]
What Is It? Sjögren’s Disease is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks lacrimal and salivary glands, leading to dryness of the eyes and mouth. It may occur alone (primary) or along with other autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus (secondary). Who Gets It & Why Sjogren disease usually occurs in 40 […]
What Is It? Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks own healthy tissues, leading to inflammation in multiple organs including the skin, joints, oral cavity and other mucus membranes, kidneys, and blood cells. Who Gets It & Why • SLE most often affects women between 15–45 years […]
What Is It? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks own joints. This leads to inflammation, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness of joints. Who Gets It? RA can occur at any age but is most common between 30 and 60 years. It affects women more than men […]
