Autoimmune Disease Symptom List

This is an evolving list of common symptoms experienced by individuals with autoimmune disease. Many of these complex symptoms overlap and are experienced within various conditions. Our understanding of these symptoms is constantly shifting as more information comes to light.

 

Digestive

Abdominal pain

Acid reflux

Bloating

Blood or mucus in stool

Constipation

Diarrhea

Food sensitivities

Nausea

 

Joints & Muscles

Inflammation

Joint pain, stiffness, swelling

Muscle aches, pains

Muscle weakness

 

Neurological

Anxiety

Blurry vision

Brain fog (lack of mental clarity, difficulty concentrating)

Compulsions or hyper focus (on food, germs, personal safety, etc.)

Depression

Disordered eating

Dizziness

Headaches

Insomnia

Lightheadedness

Memory problems

Migraines

Numbness and tingling

 

Reproductive/Urinary

Absent menstruation (amenorrhea)

Infertility

Irregular menstruation

Bladder pain

Sexual difficulties

Urinary difficulties

 

Skin

Dry eyes

Dry mouth

Dry skin

Hair loss

Inflammation

Itching

Rash

 

Whole Body / Other

Chest pain

Fatigue

Fever

Pain

Rapid or irregular heartbeat

Shortness of breath

Swollen glands

Temperature sensitivity

Weight gain or loss