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What does sarcoidosis on the skin look like?
what does Sarcoidosis on the skin look like and can it only affect the skin?
How common is sarcoidosis in the UK?
Sarcoidosis is estimated to affect about 1 in every 10,000 people in the UK.
Can sarcoidosis cause hypertension?
Yes, sarcoidosis can potentially cause hypertension, although it is not a common complication. The condition may lead to hypertension indirectly through factors such as renal involvement, which can affect kidney function and blood pressure regulation. Additionally, the use of corticosteroids to manage sarcoidosis can contribute to elevated blood pressure. Regular monitoring and management are important for individuals with sarcoidosis to address any blood pressure issues that may arise.
How many people in us does sarcoidosis affect?
not very many. mostly female africans get sarcoidosis. roughly 200,000 in the US.
How does sarcoidosis affect serum ACE kevels?
Serum ACE levels are elevated in approximately 80-90% of patients with active sarcoidosis
How do you get rid of sarcoidosis?
There's no cure for sarcoidosis, but the condition often improves without treatment within a few months or years. The symptoms are not usually severe and don't tend to affect everyday life.
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.
Can sarcoidosis cause Secondary vasculitis?
Sarcoidosis can cause Secondary vasculitis
How does pneumonia affect sarcoidosis?
The two main symptoms are shortness of breath and a persistent dry cough that will become worse with pneumonia.
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 a lipoma be connected to sarcoidosis?
Perhaps. A lipoma is a fatty tumor but this in not usually seen in sarcoidosis.
