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relating to a condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, tissues, or organs
Example
Autoimmune reactions can lead to chronic inflammation.
In autoimmune conditions, the immune system can harm healthy tissues.
Type 1 diabetes results from an autoimmune attack on pancreas cells.
Researchers explore ways to control autoimmune responses.
In some cases, Hashimoto's disease can coexist with other autoimmune conditions.
