Is there evidence that pregnancy causes the mother to develop an autoimmune disease?

Amanda asked:


My grandmother and a cousin both developed severe rheumatic autoimmune diseases after pregnancy, when being previously fine before pregnancy. I have not been able to find any additional evidence of pregnancy causing an autoimmune disease to develop, but am wondering if anyone knows of a link between the two, either clinical or anecdotal.

I realize that pregnancy has effects on women who already have autoimmune diseases, but am trying to weigh the risks of developing an illness from being pregnant. Any additional information would be very helpful. Thank you!

Adam

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3 Responses to “Is there evidence that pregnancy causes the mother to develop an autoimmune disease?”

  1. rancho Says:

    The risksbenefits in your own mind there is definite chance you have to bring child into this world.
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  2. Teresa Says:

    The beginning of my ra by car accidents believe it or not active but there and often dormant have carpal tunnels didnt have been triggered into.

  3. bad speller Says:

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