Autoimmunity Flashcards
1
Q
What is ankylosing spondylits
A
An inflammatory disease of the vertebral joints
2
Q
What is an antinuclear antibodies
A
A type of autoantibody that bind to the nucleus
3
Q
What is systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
A
An autoimmune disease that causes the body to attack healthy tissue
4
Q
What are some symptoms of SLE
A
Skin rash
Arthritis
Hair loss
Fever
Anaemia
Seizures
Mouth or nose ulcers
Joint pain
5
Q
What are symptoms of sjogrens (sicca) syndrome
A
Dry eyes and mouth
Systematic sclerosis
6
Q
What is scleroderma
A
Hard skin
