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The body's immune system normally fights off infections by releasing white blood cells into the blood to isolate and destroy the germs. This results in inflammation (swelling and redness) of the body tissues in that area. The immune system responds like this to anything in the blood it doesn't recognize, and dies down when the infection has been cleared.
It is thought that sarcoidosis happens because the immune system has gone into "overdrive", where the body starts to attack its own tissues and organs. The resulting inflammation then causes granulomas to develop in the organs.
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How common is sarcoidosis in the UK?
Sarcoidosis is estimated to affect about 1 in every 10,000 people in the UK.
How many people in us does sarcoidosis affect?
not very many. mostly female africans get sarcoidosis. roughly 200,000 in the US.
What is hepatic sarcoidosis?
It is sarcoidosis of the liver.
What is the difference between HIV and sarcoidosis?
HIV is a virus and sarcoidosis seems to be an autoimmune disease.HIV is a virus and sarcoidosis seems to be an autoimmune disease.
Who has Sarcoidosis?
Sarcoidosis can affect people of any age, but usually starts in young adults aged between 20 and 50. It is rare in childhood. The condition affects people from all ethnic backgrounds, but it's most common in people of African descent.
Can sarcoidosis cause Secondary vasculitis?
Sarcoidosis can cause Secondary vasculitis
Can sarcoidosis kill?
Symptoms of sarcoidosis may come and go, and can usually be managed with over-the-counter painkillers so they don't affect everyday life. Most people with the condition find their symptoms have disappeared within a few years of their diagnosis. For some people with sarcoidosis, the condition slowly gets worse over time and they end up with organ damage. For example, their lungs may stop working properly, causing increasing breathlessness. Help is available for people with severe, persistent sarcoidosis - ask your doctor for advice.
Can a gluten free diet help people with sarcoidosis?
There seems to be no connection found at this time.
Are there any skin conditions with sarcoidosis?
The skin is affected in about 25% of people with sarcoidosis. This can cause tender, red bumps or patches to develop on the skin (particularly the shins), as well as rashes on the upper body.
Can a lipoma be connected to sarcoidosis?
Perhaps. A lipoma is a fatty tumor but this in not usually seen in sarcoidosis.
What does sarcoidosis on the skin look like?
what does Sarcoidosis on the skin look like and can it only affect the skin?
Should a person with sarcoidosis get the H1N1 and flu shot?
A person with Sarcoidosis not get a seasonal flu shot
