Summary: The immune system fights off infections, but when an autoimmune disease develops, the immune system sometimes attacks the body’s healthy cells. Common autoimmune diseases include celiac disease, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. How does the body get to the point where it starts attacking itself? Dr. Tracy Frech discusses some theories and research behind the increasing number of autoimmune diseases. She also talks about rheumatoid arthritis and treating it early.
