autoimmune disease
noun
Pronunciation: ˌɔːtəʊɪˈmjuːn dɪˈziːz
Definition
A condition where the immune system loses the ability to distinguish between foreign pathogens and the body's own tissues, leading to chronic inflammation or organ damage.
Examples
She manages her autoimmune disease with a combination of medication and lifestyle changes.
Researchers are investigating why the prevalence of autoimmune disease seems to be rising globally.
Because he suffers from an autoimmune disease, he must be particularly careful about avoiding common infections.
Synonyms of autoimmune disease
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