Environmental Exposures:
being exposed to certain toxins and chemicals can lead to overactive immune responses that damage healthy cells and tissues.
Some Medications:
side effects from certain medications can cause immune responses and malfunctions in the body that destroy healthy cells and tissues over time.
Infections:
severe or hidden viral and bacterial infections can cause the body’s immune defense to go out of control.
Weight:
being overweight or obese increases the risk of rheumatoid arthritis or psoriatic arthritis, which are both long-term autoimmune diseases that cause joint inflammation and pain.
Hormonal Imbalances:
hormonal imbalances can trigger immune responses incorrectly and lead to disorders over time.
Family History:
being raised on certain foods, lacking physical activity, and poor lifestyle habits can make the body more susceptible to autoimmune disorders.