Facts About Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is a disease that causes inflammation of the body's tissues. Inflammation is a basic response of the body to injury and usually causes reddened skin, warmth, swelling, and pain. Inflammation from sarcoidosis is different. In sarcoidosis, the inflammation produces small lumps (also called nodules or granulomas) in the tissues. This fact sheet gives an overview of sarcoidosis. It tells who gets sarcoidosis, the disease's symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, and reviews some of the studies underway to learn more about the illness. In addidtion, it provides references to articles and support groups to contact for more information. The fact sheet also has special sections on diagnostic tests, the disease's effects on various organs, and commonly asked questions. The fact sheet closes with a glossary. 16 pages. NIH Publication No. 02-5060
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