Seronegative Autoimmune Diseases Flare Ups
The goals of treatment are to:
- Reduce symptoms
- Control the autoimmune process
- Maintain the body's ability to fight disease
Which treatments are used depends on the specific disease and your symptoms.
Some patients may need supplements to replace a hormone or vitamin that the body is lacking. Examples include thyroid supplements, vitamins such as B12, or insulin injections.
If the autoimmune disorder affects the blood, you may need blood transfusions.
People with...
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