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## Chronic Disease Resource Links

- Link: https://www.dripmastersiv.com/chronic-disease-resource-links/
- Published: 2024-06-21T19:16:24+00:00
- Author: kevin

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[GBS/CIDP Foundation International (gbs-cidp.org)](https://www.gbs-cidp.org/)

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[The Stiff Person Sydrome Research Foundation (stiffperson.org)](https://www.gbs-cidp.org/)

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[Lupus Foundation of America (lupus.org)](https://www.lupus.org/)

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[Alpha-1 Foundation (alpha1.org)](https://alpha1.org/)

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[The Myositis Association (myositis.org)](https://www.myositis.org/)

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[Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (myasthenia.org)](https://myasthenia.org/)

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[Hunter Syndrome Genetics and Inheritance (hunterpatients.com)](https://www.hunterpatients.com/genetics/)

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[National Multiple Sclerosis Society (nationalmssociety.org)](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/get-ms-support)

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[National Gaucher Foundation (gaucherdisease.org)](https://www.gaucherdisease.org/about-gaucher-disease/what-is/)

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[Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (duchenne.com)](https://www.duchenne.com/)

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[Crohn's & Colitis Foundation (crohnscolitisfoundation.org)](https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/)

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[ SOLIRIS® (solirisnmosd.com)](https://solirisnmosd.com/)

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[Pompe Warrior Foundation (pompewarriorfoundation.com)](https://www.pompewarriorfoundation.com/)

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[Amyloidosis Foundation (amyloidosis.org)](https://amyloidosis.org/)

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[Understanding Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (heart.org)](https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/genetic-conditions/homozygous-fh)

## What is an Autoimmune Disease?

- Link: https://www.dripmastersiv.com/blog-post-example-3/
- Published: 2023-06-06T10:20:26+00:00
- Author: kevin

Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own
cells and tissues. Here are some common autoimmune diseases:

**Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA):** A chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects
the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness.

**Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus, SLE):** An autoimmune disease that can affect
various organs, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, and brain.

**Psoriasis:** A skin condition characterized by red, scaly patches that result 
from an overactive immune response.

**Multiple Sclerosis (MS):** A neurological disorder where the immune system attacks
the protective covering of nerve fibers, leading to communication problems between
the brain and the rest of the body.

**Type 1 Diabetes:** An autoimmune condition where the immune system destroys insulin-
producing cells in the pancreas.

**Celiac Disease:** An autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten consumption, causing
damage to the small intestine.

**Crohn’s Disease:** An inflammatory bowel disease that affects the digestive tract,
leading to abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.

**Ulcerative Colitis:** Another inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects
the colon and rectum.

**Graves’ Disease:** An autoimmune disorder that causes overactivity of the thyroid
gland, leading to symptoms like weight loss, anxiety, and rapid heartbeat.

**Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis:** An autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks
the thyroid gland, resulting in hypothyroidism.

**Sjögren’s Syndrome:** A disorder that affects the salivary and tear glands, causing
dry eyes and mouth.
Dermatomyositis: An inflammatory disease affecting the skin 
and muscles.

**Guillain–Barré Syndrome:** A rare condition where the immune system attacks the
peripheral nerves, leading to weakness and paralysis.

**Pernicious Anemia:** An autoimmune disorder causing vitamin B12 deficiency due
to impaired absorption.

**Addisons disease:** also called adrenal insufficiency, is an uncommon illness 
that occurs when the body doesn’t make enough of certain hormones.