Understanding Autoimmune Diseases and Their Complex Nature

Autoimmune diseases are a class of disorders where the immune system, which typically serves to defend the body against harmful invaders such as bacteria and viruses, mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy tissues. This can result in a wide array of chronic conditions that affect multiple organs and systems in the body. With over 80 known autoimmune diseases, these conditions affect millions of people worldwide and can cause significant, lifelong health challenges.