Nearly three-quarters of people with PSC also have another immune-mediated disease (including IBD), and almost a quarter have two or more 46, such as type 1 diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease and coeliac disease.
It is useful to note that there are other conditions (that are immune-related liver conditions). For reference, we’ve included a short description of each.
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Autoimmune hepatitis Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) AIH is an autoimmune liver disease where the body’s immune system attacks its own liver…
Read MorePrimary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary biliary cholangitis Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is another autoimmune liver disease which targets the very small bile ducts. Despite the…
Read MoreIgG4-Related Disease
IgG4-related disease IgG4 is a type of antibody produced by the immune system to fight infection. It is also an…
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