Autoimmune diseases develop when one’s immune system attacks the body tissues. Studies show that this condition affects approximately 8 percent of people worldwide, of which 78 percent are women. But why specifically women and what can they do to protect themselves against this condition?
A pre-monsoon shower lashes Fort on June 13. Pic/Sameer Markande
- With monsoon intensifying, an increased risk of autoimmune disease looms for women: Doctor
- The condition develops when one’s body tissues are attacked by the immune system
- Experts share insights into common conditions & suggest dietary habits for women
As monsoons intensify in the Indian subcontinent, medical experts warn that women are at a heightened risk of developing autoimmune diseases. The rise has been linked to increased humidity, moisture and a decrease in atmospheric pressure in the air that develops around this time of the year.
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