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What happens when your body starts to attack itself? This is known as autoimmune disease and occurs when the body starts to attack its own healthy cells. Symptoms of autoimmune diseases are vast and can cause dramatic effects for the sufferer. With symptoms ranging from nervousness, in the case of Graves’ disease, to temporary blindness, a common symptom in multiple sclerosis; autoimmune diseases can take a long time to be diagnosed. Here, Dr Peter Saul discusses the different types of autoimmune diseases and what type of symptoms a person can expect.

What is autoimmune disease?

When a person’s immune system starts to attack its own healthy cells it is known as autoimmune disease. Dr. Peter Saul, a specialist in autoimmune disease and allergies, explains more.

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What is coeliac disease?

Coeliac disease affects around 1 in 100 people but most sufferers don’t know they have it. If you often have diarrhoea or problems with digestion and don’t know why, watch this video to see if you could have a gluten intolerance.

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Crohn’s disease: check your symptoms

Crohns disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that causes an upset stomach and pain. It affects around 1 in 1500 people. Watch this video to learn more.

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Graves disease explained

Graves disease is an autoimmune disease which causes the body to produce an excessive amount of thyroid hormone, sending the body into overdrive. Graves disease is a difficult disease to treat, as described in this video by specialist Dr Peter Saul.

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Lupus symptoms explained

Lupus is an autoimmune disease which can cause a variety of symptoms in sufferers. Whilst there are some common symptoms, like skin rashes and fatigue, diagnosis is often difficult as explained in the following video.

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