How are autoimmune diseases treated?

How are autoimmune diseases treated?

There are no cures for autoimmune diseases, but symptoms can be managed. Everyone’s immune system, genetics and environment are different. That means that your treatment must be unique.

Some examples of medications used to treat autoimmune diseases include:

• Painkillers.
• Anti inflammatories.
• Medications for depression and anxiety.
• Insulin injections.
• Sleeping medications.
• Plasma exchanges.
• Corticosteroids.
• Rash creams and pills.
• Intravenous immune globulin.
• Drugs that suppress (subdue) your immune system.

Some people try complementary (alternative) medicines and procedures. Examples include:

• Herbs.
• Acupuncture.
• Hypnosis.
• Chiropractic procedures.