What causes autoimmune disease?
The exact cause of autoimmune diseases is not clear. It is believed there may be a genetic predilection to autoimmunity in some people. Other reasons or factors that can trigger autoimmune diseases are infections caused by certain bacteria or viruses. Also, certain chemicals and environmental irritants etc. may trigger autoimmunity.
How can autoimmune diseases influence fertility?
The definite causes of autoimmune diseases are unknown; hence there is a lack of specific treatment for various conditions. It is important that the autoimmune condition is diagnosed, well managed and the condition is stable before fertility treatment, for best outcomes. Specialist opinion from a fertility doctor and a rheumatologist can guide individuals with autoimmune disease during their journey of trying to conceive. At Best Life Fertility Clinics, our expert doctors have good understanding and treat infertility in close collaboration with the rheumatologists/specialist physicians.