Autoimmune conditions

Autoimmune diseases occur when your immune system attacks your own body. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune diseases.

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a blood disorder that increases the risk of blood clots and pregnancy complications. Learn more here.

Dermatomyositis is a rare autoimmune disease, that causes muscle weakness, skin rashes and inflammation. Read about diagnosis and treatment.

Elephantiasis is a tropical disease spread by mosquito bites that can cause arm and leg swelling and skin to become hard and thick, like an elephant's.

Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease causing hyperthyroidism, with symptoms like anxiety, tremors, a racing heart, goitre and bulging eyes.

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease of the neuromuscular system that causes muscle weakness. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Rheumatic fever is a serious, inflammatory disease caused by Strep A bacteria. Learn more about how you can prevent and treat rheumatic fever.