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• Autoimmune disorders
  == Autoimmune Disorders == ...The etymology of the term comes from the Greek words "auto" meaning self, and "immune" referring to the immune system.
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• Autoimmune disorder
  == Autoimmune disorder == ...ue. The etymology of the term comes from the Greek ''auto'' meaning "self" and ''immunis'' meaning "exempt", referring to the body's immune system attacki
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• Autoimmune estrogen dermatitis
  '''Autoimmune Estrogen Dermatitis''' ...rare [[autoimmune disorder]] that is characterized by cyclical skin rashes and lesions that coincide with the menstrual cycle. The condition is believed t
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• Spondyloenchondrodysplasia
  ...la-sia) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by skeletal abnormalities and immune system dysfunction. ...Greek words "spondylos" meaning vertebra, "enchondros" meaning cartilage, and "dysplasia" meaning abnormal growth or development.
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• Sjogren syndrome
  ...ivary and lacrimal glands. This results in persistent dryness of the mouth and eyes, among other symptoms. * Joint pain
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• Autoimmune Diseases
  == Autoimmune Diseases == ...The etymology of the term comes from the Greek words "auto" meaning self, and "immune" referring to the body's defense system.
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• Mitchell
  ...'''EM''', is a rare neurovascular disorder that primarily affects the feet and, less commonly, the hands (extremities). It is named after Silas Weir Mitch ...erived from the Greek words "erythros" (red), "melos" (limb), and "algos" (pain), which describe the main symptoms of the disease.
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• Perimyositis
  ...derived from the Greek words "peri" meaning around, "myo" meaning muscle, and "itis" meaning inflammation. ...ve tissues surrounding the muscles, often resulting in muscle weakness and pain. It is a type of [[myositis]], which is a general term for inflammation of
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• Connective tissue disorders
  '''Connective Tissue Disorders''' ...ort to many body parts such as the [[skin]], [[blood vessels]], [[bones]], and [[tendons]].
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• Enteric neuropathy
  ..."Enteric Neuropathy" is derived from the Greek words "enteron" (intestine) and "neuropathy" (disease of the nervous system). ...ms such as [[constipation]], [[diarrhea]], [[abdominal pain]], [[nausea]], and [[vomiting]].
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• Hypophysitis
  ...ry gland]]. The term is derived from the Greek words "hypo" meaning under, and "physa" meaning bladder, referring to the location of the pituitary gland a * '''[[Autoimmune Hypophysitis]]''' - This type is caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the pituitary gl
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• Papulosquamous disorder
  ...ssification of skin diseases characterized by the presence of both papules and scales or flaking skin. ...o Latin words: "papula" meaning a small, raised, solid pimple or swelling, and "squama" meaning a scale. The term "disorder" is derived from the Old Frenc
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• Erythromelalgia
  ...erived from the Greek words "erythros" (red), "melos" (limb), and "algos" (pain). ...es or physical exertion. The severity of symptoms varies among individuals and can even vary from day to day in the same individual.
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• Connective tissue disorder
  ...ning 'to bind together', 'tissue' from the French 'tissu' meaning 'woven', and 'disorder' from the Old French 'desordre' meaning 'lack of order'. ...and is involved in maintaining the form and function of the body's organs and structures.
  2 KB (301 words) - 04:43, 12 February 2024
• Allergy/Immunology
  ...tem for protecting itself against foreign substances, such as [[bacteria]] and [[viruses]]. ...m and its functions, including how it protects the body from [[infection]] and [[disease]].
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• Mixed
  ...Erythematosus|systemic lupus erythematosus]], [[Scleroderma|scleroderma]], and [[Polymyositis|polymyositis]]. ...verlapping clinical features of systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma, and polymyositis, along with the presence of a specific autoantibody, now known
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• Muscle pain
  == Muscle Pain == ...originates from the Greek words "myos" meaning muscle and "algos" meaning pain.
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• Scleritis
  ...is often linked to autoimmune disorders, such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]] and [[lupus]]. The term "scleritis" is derived from the Greek word "skleros", meaning hard, and the Latin suffix "-itis", which denotes inflammation. Thus, the term litera
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• Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
  ...cterized by progressive weakness and impaired sensory function in the legs and arms. The symptoms of CIDP are gradual and progress over a period of eight weeks or longer. They include:
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• Vulvar vestibulitis
  ...the Latin ''vulva'' meaning "womb" and ''vestibulum'' meaning "entrance", and the Greek ''-itis'' meaning "inflammation". ...le area, which is often described as a burning or stinging sensation. This pain is usually provoked by touch or pressure, such as during sexual intercourse
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