For the most part we do not know what causes autoimmune disease. We do not know the specific factors that initiate the process which ultimately leads to that disease. We have only been understanding these factors since the mid 1950s. Today we are going to define what it is, what factors cause these diseases, and what we can do about them. Why is it so scary to have an autoimmune disorder? Why does your body attack itself? Tune in today to learn more about today\u2019s not so uncommon disease.