Saturday, 12 December 2009

Autoimmune Disorders – When Your Body Attacks You

How Are Autoimmune Diseases Treated?

Treatment depends on the type of disease, how severe it is, and its symptoms. Generally, treatments have one of three goals:

* Relieving symptoms


If the symptoms bother you, your doctor may suggest treatments that give some relief. Relieving symptoms may be as simple as taking a drug for pain or as involved as having surgery.

* Preserving organ function


When autoimmune diseases threaten organs, treatment may be needed to prevent damage. These treatments don’t stop the disease, but they can save organ function. They can also help people live with the complications that arise from long-term illness.

* Targeting disease mechanisms

Some drugs may also be used to target how the disease works. In other words, they can suppress the immune system and prevent the attacks by your body. But these drugs come with side effects, hence the use of natural or herbal remedies. Herbal and homeopathic remedies are 100% natural and gentle, yet effective to use without the potential side effects of prescription medications.

Related ailments:


* Immune System Boosters
* Immune System Support
* Immune Deficiency

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