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autoimmune
[aw-toh-i-myoon]
adjective
of or relating to the immune response of an organism against any of its own tissues, cells, or cell components.
autoimmune
/ ˌɔːəʊɪˈː /
adjective
(of a disease) caused by the action of antibodies produced against substances normally present in the body
Other 51Թ Forms
- autoimmunity noun
- ˌܳٴǾˈܲԾٲ noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of autoimmune1
Example Sentences
Erin Moriarty, the outspoken and righteous Starlight of “The Boys,” is speaking out about her health, specifically her ongoing battle with an autoimmune disorder.
Ancient viral genes might also play a role in helping regular viruses get a hold in us, and in the development of some cancers and autoimmune diseases.
Yet they rake in tens of billions of dollars each year by driving up costs for everyone else — especially patients battling cancer, HIV, heart disease, and autoimmune conditions.
Previously known as juvenile diabetes because it’s most often diagnosed in childhood, the autoimmune disorder can occur in adults as well.
Mr Fontana has a rare autoimmune condition impacting the lungs and is classed as being in single organ failure.
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