As with many conditions, psoriasis presents special challenges to the patient and clinician when a woman becomes pregnant. While the extent of these challenges is beyond […]
How are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis similar? What sets them apart? Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (colitis) are inflammatory bowel diseases characterized by an autoimmune […]
There are many diseases and conditions that have been putatively linked to living or working in certain locations, which is known as geographic clustering, or geo-clustering. […]
Dr. Andrew Weil is a Harvard-trained MD and a recognized pioneer in the field of integrative medicine. Dr. Weil markets his anti-inflammatory diet through his website, […]
By now, most researchers agree that traditional Western diets promote obesity and inflammation, factors that exacerbate autoimmune disease. If you have autoimmune disease, changing your diet […]
What are flares and how are they different for different autoimmune conditions? Flares in an autoimmune condition are the worsening of symptoms that interferes with your […]
When are immunosuppressants commonly prescribed for autoimmune conditions, and how well do they work, according to research? Immunosuppressants are medications that interfere with some aspect of […]
According to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, in recent years, the NIH has identified autoimmune conditions as a major women’s health issue, affecting females in […]