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Autoimmune disease

An autoimmune disease is a condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues, leading to inflammation and damage. This is clinically significant as it can result in chronic health issues, necessitating long-term management strategies and impacting patient quality of life. A key example is rheumatoid arthritis, which primarily affects the joints but can also lead to systemic complications, such as cardiovascular disease.

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