1. relating to or caused by antibodies or immune cells that attack the body’s own healthy tissues
Usage: medical

Examples

• She was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that affects her joints.
• Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells.
• The doctor explained that her autoimmune disorder causes chronic inflammation.
• Researchers are studying new treatments for autoimmune diseases.
• His autoimmune condition requires careful monitoring by specialists.
• The medication helps suppress her overactive autoimmune response.