SIGNS YOUR BODY MAY BE ATTACKING YOURSELF

SIGNS YOUR BODY MAY BE ATTACKING YOURSELF

Most Common Signs of Autoimmune Conditions

The common signs of most autoimmune diseases include inflammation or swelling on the joints, frequent fever, skin irritations, redness, swollen glands, joint pain, and endless fatigue feelings. 

How can you distinguish an autoimmune condition from other issues? Are there any symptoms that may be vague or confusing that we can clarify here?

Most of the signs of autoimmune diseases such as fatigue, fever, headaches, joint pain, and swelling can arise due to other illnesses making it challenging to diagnose the exact condition. To clear the confusion in the symptoms, explain to your doctor how long you have experienced the symptoms, the triggers, know your family health history and how often they occur. Though it will take time to identify the autoimmune diseases, it makes diagnosis and distinguishing the symptoms easier.

When to See a Doctor

I suggest you seek medical help when you notice new symptoms in your body that tend to last for more than 4 to 7 days.

Barbara Santini

Barbara is a freelance writer and a sex and relationships adviser at Dimepiece LA and Peaches and Screams. Barbara is involved in various educational initiatives aimed at making sex advice more accessible to everyone and breaking stigmas around sex across various cultural communities. In her spare time, Barbara enjoys trawling through vintage markets in Brick Lane, exploring new places, painting and reading.

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