autoimmune disorder

noun

Meaning

A condition where the immune system loses the ability to distinguish between foreign invaders and the body's own tissues, leading to chronic inflammation or organ damage.

Examples

She was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder after months of unexplained fatigue and joint pain.
Scientists are still researching why some people develop an autoimmune disorder while others do not.

Synonyms: autoimmune disease, immune dysfunction

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autoimmune disorder

noun

Pronunciation: ˌɔːtəʊɪˈmjuːn dɪsˈɔːdə

Definition

A condition where the immune system loses the ability to distinguish between foreign invaders and the body's own tissues, leading to chronic inflammation or organ damage.

Examples

She was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder after months of unexplained fatigue and joint pain.
Scientists are still researching why some people develop an autoimmune disorder while others do not.
Managing an autoimmune disorder often requires a combination of medication and lifestyle adjustments.

Synonyms of autoimmune disorder

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