What is an autoimmune disease?
The immune system is a complex system of specialized cells, tissues, and organs designed to defend the body from germs and other invaders. Central to the normal function of the immune system is its ability to distinguish between what is …
Could I have Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease is an inherited digestive disorder of unknown cause that affects the small intestine. Other names for this condition are celiac sprue, nontropical sprue, and gluten-sensitive enteropathy. If someone in your immediate family has it, chances are about 10 …