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Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD is a pediatric neurologist in San Bernardino, CA specializing in pediatric neurology. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD is affiliated with Astrana Health, Loma Linda University Health, SAC HEALTH SYSTEM and Alpha Care Medical Group.
Alpha Care Medical Group
Alpha Care Medical Group
Autoimmune Diseases
An autoimmune disorder happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues of its own body, causing symptoms of illness. There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders. While some are very rare, others are fairly common. Combined, autoimmune disorders are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, affecting approximately 24 million people.
A properly working immune system identifies foreign substances in the body that might cause illness, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune system then creates antibodies which attack the foreign substances, neutralizing them and keeping the body safe. In people with autoimmune disorders, something goes wrong with this process. For reasons that are not fully understand, the immune system creates antibodies to attack the patient's own tissues.
Symptoms of an autoimmune disorder depend on which tissue is being attacked by the immune system, but common symptoms of autoimmune disease include fever, fatigue, and a general feeling of just not being well. Autoimmune disorders are more common in women than in men, and they may run in families. Autoimmune disorders can affect various parts of the body such as blood vessels, connective tissue, endocrine glands, joints, muscles, red blood cells, skin, and many others.
It is common to have more than one autoimmune disorder at a time. Most are chronic, or life-long illnesses, although they may come and go in flares. Treatment for autoimmune disorders depends on which part of the body is being attacked. For example:
Many autoimmune disorders of all kinds are treated with immune-suppressing medications, such as corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone) to reduce the effect of the immune system.
Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. He is certified by the Certification: MEDICAL BOARD OF CALIFORNIA and has a state license in California.
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center
Board Certification: Certification: MEDICAL BOARD OF CALIFORNIA
Licensed In: California
Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.56 out of 5 stars based on 85 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Bernardino, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Nayzilam $67 |
Briviact $30 |
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Tresiba $91 |
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PLEGRIDY $42 |
Rebif $24 |
AVONEX $17 |
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Dr. Gregory S. Aaen, MD has received 54 research payments totaling $121,446.
Dr. Gregory Aaen is a pediatric neurology specialist in Loma Linda, CA, San Bernardino, CA, and Indio, CA. His areas of expertise include acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), multiple sclerosis (MS), and tourette syndrome. Dr. Aaen has received a 4.5 out of 5 star rating by his patients. He attended Loma Linda University School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Dr. Aaen has received the following distinctions: Southern California Super Doctors and Southern California Rising Stars. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Astrana Health and Loma Linda University Health. According to Astrana Health, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in INDIO, CA.
