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Autoimmune Hepatitis - Glossary

Dr. Simi Paknikar
Written by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD
Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman, MD
Last Updated on Mar 16, 2017
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Glossary

Autoimmune diseases: Diseases caused when the immune system of the body reacts against its own tissues and organs.

Remission: Obtaining respite from a disease. Remission can be permanent or temporary.
Published on Mar 16, 2017

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