MerahPutih.com – Autoimmune diseases are a group of conditions in which the body’s immune system attacks the body’s own tissues and organs.
Generation Z, which consists of individuals born between the mid-1990s and the early 2010s, is also not immune from the risk of developing autoimmune diseases.
Various factors, ranging from genetic to environmental factors, can contribute to the emergence of autoimmune diseases in this generation.
What Are Autoimmune Diseases?
Autoimmune diseases occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly identifies healthy cells as a threat and starts attacking them.
Autoimmune diseases can cause inflammation and tissue damage. Photo: Unsplash/Towfiqu Barbhuiya.
This can result in inflammation, tissue damage, and impaired organ function. Some common autoimmune diseases involve specific organs such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and type 1 diabetes.
Risk Factors in Generation Z 1. Genetics
According to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) page, several autoimmune diseases have a genetic component that can increase a person’s risk of developing the disease. If there is a family history of autoimmune diseases, Generation Z may have a genetic predisposition.
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2. Environment
Environmental factors also play an important role. Air pollution, chemical exposure, and lifestyle changes can trigger autoimmune reactions in susceptible individuals.
3. Infection
Some autoimmune diseases can be triggered by infections, especially in generation Z who may be more susceptible to certain infections due to a busy lifestyle.
Autoimmune Diseases That Often Attack Generation Z
1. Lupus
Quoting the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), lupus is an autoimmune disease that can attack various parts of the body, including the skin, joints and internal organs.
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2. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Causes inflammation in the joints and can impact general health.
3. Celiac Disease
A condition in which the immune system attacks the small intestine after consuming gluten.
Signs and symptoms of autoimmune diseases in generation Z can vary, but some common symptoms involve excessive fatigue, joint pain, red skin, and digestive system disorders.
It is important to know to maintain a healthy lifestyle, have regular health checks, and increase knowledge about genetics.
2024-01-20 19:00:00
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