When the body attacks its own tissues, as in rheumatoid arthritis, this is known as a/an _____________.
A)lymphedema
B)allergic reaction
C)autoimmune disorder
D)phagocytosis

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When the body attacks its own tissues, it is known as an autoimmune disorder. Lymphedema is a swelling caused by a build-up of lymph fluid, while an allergic reaction is an immune system response to a perceived threat. Phagocytosis is the process by which cells engulf and remove foreign particles or debris.

When the Body Attacks Its Own Tissues, as in Rheumatoid