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Autoimmune

Adjective / ˌɔ:ˈtɔɪmju:n / Another word for autoimmune — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Autoimmune refers to a condition in which the body's immune system attacks its own healthy cells.

Synonyms & similar words

self-immune self-reactive autoallergic autoaggressive self-destructive self-attacking self-injurious self-harming self-degrading self-damaging self-toxic self-poisonous self-injuring self-destructing autoimmune-mediated autoantibody-mediated autoantigenic self-antigenic self-antibody

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Example sentences

  1. The doctor diagnosed him with an autoimmune disease.
  2. Autoimmune disorders can affect different parts of the body.
  3. She takes medication to suppress her immune system because of her autoimmune condition.
  4. The cause of most autoimmune diseases is not fully understood.
  5. Autoimmune diseases are often chronic and can be difficult to manage.

Quotes

  • "Living with an autoimmune disease can be challenging, but it is possible to maintain a good quality of life."
  • "Autoimmune diseases are not contagious, but they can be debilitating."
  • "Autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, and more research is needed to find effective treatments."

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