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You may be struggling with an autoimmune disease and not even know it. Autoimmune conditions are caused by rogue immune cells in your body that attack healthy cells.There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders that range in severity from mild to disabling, depending on which system of your body is being attacked. While each autoimmune disease has a unique set of symptoms, there are some common threads. Here\u2019s a helpful checklist of the top warning signs you may have an autoimmune disease.Do you think you might have an autoimmune disease? Schedule a free discovery call today.Autoimmune Disease Symptom ChecklistAutoimmune diseases vary greatly, but there are several overlapping symptoms. Below is a checklist of common symptoms that can be present in autoimmune diseases.Chronic Fatigue: Fatigue that can\u2019t be cured with sleep is one of the biggest indicators of an autoimmune disease.Chronic Pain: Pain that persists for more than 12 weeks is one of the most common signs of an autoimmune disease.Digestive Disorders: Abdominal pain, bloating, tenderness, heartburn, cramps, constipation, and diarrhea all point to a condition known as leaky gut syndrome, which is common with many autoimmune diseases.Weight Changes: Gaining or losing a significant amount of weight (15-30 pounds) in the past year is often a sign of numerous autoimmune diseases.Hormone Fluctuations: The collection of glands that produce hormones is known as the endocrine system, and it can be a prime target of autoimmune diseases.Joint Swelling and Pain: Whether it\u2019s a general pain, burning, aching, or soreness, this symptom can also be found in almost every autoimmune disease.Dry or Irritated Skin: Several autoimmune conditions cause dry skin, itchiness, or rashes.Sore and Swollen Glands: Sore or swollen glands can happen anywhere in your body, but typically you\u2019ll notice this symptom in your throat, under your arms, or near your groin area.Anxiety and Depression: Mood swings and emotional changes, panic attacks, and excessive irritability are common symptoms in most autoimmune conditions.Inflammation: Inflammation is connected to every autoimmune disorder.Brain Fog: Feeling mentally slow and fuzzy and experiencing memory problems are common autoimmune disease symptoms in most conditions.Difficulty Sleeping: Difficulty falling asleep or frequently waking up in the middle of the night is experienced by almost everyone with an autoimmune disorder.Recurring Fevers: Frequent, low-grade fevers are one of the first signs of an autoimmune disorder.Low Blood Sugar: Low blood sugar is a sign of adrenal fatigue and is common in many autoimmune disorders.Allergies: Many people with autoimmune disorders are allergic to or have sensitivities to numerous foods or the environment.Hair Loss: One of the most common culprits of hair loss, especially before the age of 50, is an autoimmune disease.Want to learn more? Watch our free webinar.Common Autoimmune Diseases and Their SymptomsNow that we\u2019ve looked at the most common symptoms of an autoimmune disease, let\u2019s talk about the most common autoimmune diseases and the symptoms you should look out for in each condition.Rheumatoid ArthritisRheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that disturbs the lining of your joints. This disease causes painful swelling, joint stiffness, bone erosion, and joint deformity, typically in the hands and feet.Some common signs of rheumatoid arthritis include:Type I DiabetesType I diabetes is different than Type II diabetes because it\u2019s an autoimmune disease that mistakenly attacks and destroys the cells in the pancreas, which helps regulate your blood sugar levels.Symptoms of Type I diabetes include:Frequent urinationExtreme thirst and hungerFatigueBlurry visionWeight lossMood swings and irritabilitySlow healing of cuts and bruisesNausea or vomitingDry mouthCeliac DiseaseCeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes your immune system to become extra sensitive to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley.Symptoms associated with celiac disease are:Stomach pain, particularly after eatingDiarrhea or constipationWeight lossFatigueSkin rashesChronic headachesFatigueJoint pain and swellingLoss of bone densityIron deficiencyAcid reflux or heartburnTingling or numbness in the fingers or toesMood swings and irritabilityDepressionMultiple SclerosisThis autoimmune disease affects your nervous system. Multiple Sclerosis damages the protective coating around nerve cells and disrupts the communication between the body and the brain.Common symptoms of multiple sclerosis include:Tingling or numbnessFatigueVision problemsMuscle weaknessMuscle aches and stiffnessBrain fogChronic painDigestive problemsFrequent urinationDifficulty swallowingSpeech problemsHashimoto\u2019s DiseaseHashimoto\u2019s disease attacks and destroys your thyroid gland, causing it to pump out too little thyroid hormone.Symptoms that are typically associated with Hashimoto\u2019s are:FatigueSensitivity to coldPuffy faceConstipationEnlarged tongueSkin problemsHair lossWeight gainMuscle aches and stiffnessJoint pain and stiffnessDepressionBrain fogHeavy menstrual bleedingGrave\u2019s DiseaseGraves\u2019s disease also attacks and destroys your thyroid gland, but opposite of Hashimoto\u2019s, it causes the thyroid to pump out too much thyroid hormone.Signs of Grave\u2019s include:Anxiety and irritabilityTremorsFatigueWeight lossEnlargement of the thyroid glandHeart palpitations or irregular heartbeatExcessive sweating and feeling overheatedFrequent bowel movementsBulging eyesThick, red skin on the top of the feet or shinsHair loss or thinningDifficulty sleepingCrohn\u2019s DiseaseCrohn\u2019s disease is an inflammatory autoimmune bowel disease that inflames the lining or wall of your gastrointestinal tract.Common symptoms of Crohn\u2019s are:DiarrheaBloatingAbdominal pain or crampingRectal bleeding and painWeight lossLoss of appetiteJoint pain and stiffnessNutrient deficienciesFatigueDepressionBrittle nailsHair lossNausea or vomitingGuillain-Barre SyndromeThis rare autoimmune disorder causes your immune system to damage your nerve cells, which leads to muscle weakness.Symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome often start in the hands and feet before spreading to your arms and legs. Symptoms include:Tingling and numbnessMuscle weaknessCoordination problems and difficulty walkingBlurry visionSpeech problemsTemporary paralysisDifficulty swallowingDifficulty with bladder controlFluctuations in heart rateLupusLupus is an autoimmune condition that occurs when the immune system attacks the skin, joints, and even certain organs like the heart, brain, and lungs.Symptoms of lupus include:A malar (butterfly-like) facial rashFatigueJoint pain and swellingFrequent headachesShortness of breathChest painFeverWeight lossSkin rashesVasculitisVasculitis is a rare autoimmune disorder in which the lining of your blood vessels becomes inflamed.Symptoms of vasculitis to look out for are:Shortness of breathFatigueSkin problemsFeverFrequent headachesWeight lossNight sweatsTingling or numbnessColitisColitis causes inflammation of the lining of the colon.Symptoms to watch out for include:DiarrheaAbdominal pain or crampingDehydrationRectal bleeding and painWeight lossFatigueFeverAlopeciaAlopecia is a dermatological autoimmune disease that causes loss of hair around the scalp, face, and other parts of the body.Hair thinningSudden hair lossWhite spots or indentations on nailsDo these symptoms sound familiar? Schedule a discovery call today to learn how we can help.Tri-Cities Functional Medicine is located in Johnson City, Tennessee, and serves patients throughout Tennessee and into Virginia, North Carolina, West Virginia and Kentucky. These areas include but are not limited to: Washington County, TN, Sullivan County, TN, Carter County, TN, Greene County, TN, Knox County, TN, Bristol, TN, Holston Valley, TN, Tri-Cities, TN, Walnut Hill, TN, Elizabethton, TN, Greeneville, TN, Morristown, TN, Blountville, TN, Bluff City, TN, Kingsport, TN, Jonesborough, TN, Colonial Heights, TN, Limestone, TN, Knoxville, TN, Bristol, VA, Abingdon, VA, Grundy, VA, Asheville, NC, Boone, NC."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Autoimmune Disease Symptom Checklist: Top Warning Signs","item":"https:\/\/tcfxmed.com\/autoimmune-disease-symptom-checklist-top-warning-signs\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]