Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues in the body, leading to inflammation, pain, and dysfunction. These conditions can affect various organs and systems, resulting in a range of symptoms and complications.

We understand that individuals struggling with autoimmune disorders often feel as if they've exhausted all avenues, having "seen it all" and "tried it all" with limited success. Every day, we meet patients who are overwhelmed by a sense of helplessness and despair, believing they must silently endure their condition due to a lack of understanding from others. The constant battle against autoimmune symptoms, which can range from pain and fatigue to skin issues, can be isolating, with many unable to grasp the daily challenges faced by those with autoimmune disorders.

Moreover, relying on a daily regimen of medications just to function is a source of great frustration, especially when the effectiveness of these treatments diminishes over time. Regrettably, most may never truly comprehend the plight of those with autoimmune disorders, but we do, and we're here to provide understanding, support, and specialized therapy to enhance their quality of life.

The precise origins of autoimmune diseases remain a subject of ongoing research, but scientists have formulated several hypotheses regarding potential triggers:

• Medications: Some medications can induce physiological changes that confuse the immune system, prompting it to behave abnormally. It's advisable to discuss potential side effects with your healthcare provider, particularly concerning statins, antibiotics, and blood pressure medications.
• Genetics: Autoimmune diseases often exhibit a familial tendency, meaning a family history of these conditions may increase your susceptibility. Additionally, certain genetic factors may predispose individuals to autoimmune disorders. Although genetics play a significant role, they alone are insufficient to trigger autoimmune diseases.
• Infections: Microorganisms like viruses and bacteria have the capacity to provoke changes in the body that lead the immune system to attack its own tissues. This may be more likely in individuals with a genetic predisposition to immune system dysfunction.

Certain risk factors raise your chances of getting an autoimmune disorder. Some common ones include:

• Smoking
• Exposure to toxins, such as air pollution or hazardous chemicals
• Female gender (78% of people with an autoimmune disease are women)
• Obesity
• Stress