autoimmune

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/ˌɔtoʊɪˈmjun/

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relating to a condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, tissues, or organs

In autoimmune diseases, the body attacks itself.
Type 1 diabetes results from an autoimmune attack on pancreas cells.
Autoimmune reactions can lead to chronic inflammation.
Researchers explore ways to control autoimmune responses.
In autoimmune conditions, the immune system can harm healthy tissues.