autoimmunity
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There are theories that it could be related to autoimmunity, or repeated trauma to that area, or genetic mutations—but no one knows for sure.
From Slate ● Apr. 18, 2026
Researchers are studying whether Covid-19 infections might accelerate autoimmunity, and whether chronic stress, certain prescription drugs or long-term exposure to “forever chemicals” in water and packaging might contribute.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 23, 2025
If the test identifies signs of autoimmunity, patients can be treated promptly.
From Science Magazine ● May 15, 2024
“That just highlights the fact that autoimmunity is multifactorial, there's not a single cause or only a single way to get there,” Chang said.
From Salon ● Feb. 2, 2024
Might the RNA-protein-DNA complexes generated in the course of X-chromosome inactivation be triggering the notoriously high rate of autoimmunity in women compared with men?
From Science Daily ● Feb. 1, 2024
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