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An autoimmune disease occurs when the body’s immune system, which is designed to defend against harmful invaders, mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues. This can lead to inflammation, pain, and damage to various organs and systems. Examples of autoimmune diseases include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and type 1 diabetes. This article explores what autoimmune disease is, why it happens, and how it’s diagnosed and treated.