Autoimmune Diseases Archives

A Layman’s Guide to Vitiligo

Jan 3, 2023 | Autoimmune Diseases, Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a skin condition that is characterised by patches of lighter skin that form due to loss of pigment. These patches are caused by the destruction of melanin, the […]

A Layman’s Guide to Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Jan 1, 2023 | Autoimmune Diseases, Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological condition that affects your central nervous system. It is considered an autoimmune disease, which means your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks your healthy cells. […]

A Layman’s Guide to Lupus

Dec 29, 2022 | Autoimmune Diseases, Lupus

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the joints, skin and other organs in the body. It is a systemic disease, meaning it affects the whole body. […]

A Layman’s Guide to Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dec 27, 2022 | Autoimmune Diseases, Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the joints and other body systems. It is caused when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the joints, […]

A Layman’s Guide to Psoriasis

Dec 26, 2022 | Autoimmune Diseases, Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that causes red, inflamed, scaly patches on the skin. It is caused by an overproduction of skin cells that accumulate on the surface […]

A Layman’s Guide to Celiac Disease

Dec 13, 2022 | Autoimmune Diseases, Celiac Disease

Celiac disease, also known as celiac sprue or gluten-sensitive enteropathy, is an autoimmune disorder that affects the small intestine when gluten is consumed. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, […]