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Polymyositis is hard to diagnose and may be mistaken for muscular dystrophy.

PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) is antiviral medication to prevent HIV infection. Learn what is PEP, what PEP is for, where to get PEP, important reminders about PEP and where to get help.

The most common symptom of scleroderma is a thickening and hardening of the skin, particularly of the hands and face.

Hashimoto's disease progresses very slowly over many years, so the symptoms may go unnoticed.

Hyperthyroidism can be diagnosed with a simple blood test that measures thyroid hormone levels.

Henoch-Schonlein purpura causes a purple spotted skin rash which lasts around one to four weeks, and is often marked by relapses.

Sjogren's syndrome can be managed with medications and products such as artificial tears and saliva.

Raynaud's phenomenon can be a sign of a more serious underlying condition, so see your doctor if you experience it.

There is generally no cure for an autoimmune disorder, but the symptoms can be managed.

Reactive arthritis is a form of arthritis that occurs as a result of some bacterial infections.