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Autoimmune Diseases

With autoimmune diseases, your body’s immune system attacks healthy cells, causing inflammation, muscle aches, fatigue, skin conditions and many other problems. No cures exist, but treatment can help you successfully manage your autoimmune disease and return to an active, pain-free life.

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Types of Diseases

  • Celiac Disease
  • Lupus
  • Psoriasis

Autoimmune Diseases Facts and Stats

Autoimmune disease rates are multiplying rapidly. Here’s what you need to know.

  • About 24 million Americans suffer from an autoimmune disease. Symptoms often begin when you’re young, in your 20s and 30s.
  • About 75 percent of people with autoimmune disease are women. Autoimmune diseases are the fourth leading cause of disability in women.
  • Autoimmune diseases tend to cluster in families. Genetics, infection and environmental exposures likely increase your risk of developing an autoimmune disease.
  • Lupus, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis are among the most common autoimmune diseases.

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When Your Body is the Enemy

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Answers to Hard Questions

Disorders and diseases of the immune system can be hard to diagnose. Sutter’s immunologists can help.

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Diagnosing Psoriasis

Our more than 200 dermatologists specialize in treating skin disorders, including dry, cracked skin due to psoriasis.

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Autoimmune Liver Disease

Sutter’s renowned liver disease management program successfully addresses autoimmune liver disease.

Autoimmune Disease Research

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More than 80 autoimmune diseases can occur when the body’s immune system attacks organs, tissues and cells in the body. Type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and lupus are just a few. Autoimmune diseases are chronic and difficult, with no known cure. Research helps us find treatments and understand the complex factors that may cause autoimmune diseases.

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Complementary Solutions to Pain

Complementary Care for Back Pain

If you suffer from back pain due to rheumatoid arthritis, try these complementary strategies.

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Experts Who Partner With You

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Autoimmune Disorders Care

The Sutter Health network provides autoimmune disease experts close to your home. Learn about today’s treatments for lupus, psoriasis and other autoimmune diseases.

Doctor Profiles

The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site
Michael P. Stevens, M.D.

Michael P. Stevens, M.D.

  • Rheumatology

Christine M. Thorburn, M.D.

Christine M. Thorburn, M.D.

  • Rheumatology

Kenneth D. Ashley, M.D.

Kenneth D. Ashley, M.D.

  • Pediatrics

Molly D. Magnano, M.D.

Molly D. Magnano, M.D.

  • Rheumatology

Brent D. Culver, M.D.

Brent D. Culver, M.D.

  • Rheumatology

Lisa Brandabur Kremer, M.D.

Lisa Brandabur Kremer, M.D.

  • Rheumatology

Brian R. Kaye, M.D.

Brian R. Kaye, M.D.

  • Rheumatology

Erin J. Shaw, M.D.

Erin J. Shaw, M.D.

  • Pediatrics

Elaine Van Gundy, M.D.

Elaine Van Gundy, M.D.

  • Pediatrics

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