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Autoimmune disease and other sufferers - The links on this page will direct you to the health information on the particular type you are interested in. The term refers to a varied group of more than 80 serious, chronic illnesses that involve almost every human organ system. In all of these diseases, the underlying problem is similar--the body’s immune system becomes misdirected, attacking the very organs it was designed to protect. 

There are many different types of these diseases, and they can each affect the body in many ways. For example, the complex reaction is directed against the gut in Crohn's disease and against the brain in multiple sclerosis.  In others such as lupus, affected tissues and organs may vary among individuals with the same disease.

About 75%  occur in women, most frequently during the childbearing years. It can affect connective tissue. (This is the tissue which binds together various tissues and organs.) In addition, it can also affect the nerves, muscles, endocrine system, and gastrointestinal system.

Other health information relating to  Acne  Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)    Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ( ADHD)   Fibromyalgia   Headaches and others such as Prostate  are included as a resource. I sincerely hope you will find the site of benefit. 

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IBS - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - is a problem that affects or interferes with the normal functions of the large intestine. (colon). IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) causes several symptoms such as crampy abdominal pain, bloating, constipation and diarrhea........Read More

ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder -  is the name for a group of behaviors found in many children and also adults.  Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is also know as ADHD and ADD..... Read More 

Fibromyalgia  -     shares symptoms with several of the autoimmune diseases. It is a disorder with symptoms of widespread muscle pain and fatigue. This fatigue results in one feeling tired and having low energy. Other symptoms  are muscle pain in many areas of the body, which are common with other autoimmune diseases.    Read More  

Migraine Headaches  -  Migraine headaches are the most common type of vascular headaches. Migraine headaches are characterized by severe pain on one or both sides of the head, upset stomach and disturbed vision....... Read More

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