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• #1 Sarcoidosis | Sarcoidosis Symptoms | MedlinePlus

  https://medlineplus.gov/sarcoidosis.html

  Sarcoidosis is a condition in which groups of cells in your immune system form small, red, and swollen (inflamed) lumps. These lumps are called granulomas. They can form in any organ in the body. But they most commonly affect the lungs and lymph nodes in the chest. Over time, sarcoidosis can cause permanent scarring of organs. […] Many people who have sarcoidosis have no symptoms, or they may feel unwell but without any obvious symptoms. If you have symptoms, you may have some general symptoms. And you may have other symptoms, which will depend upon which part of the body is affected. […] The general symptoms can include: Fatigue, Weight loss, Swollen lymph nodes, Depression, Fever, Night sweats (heavy sweating during sleep). […] The symptoms of sarcoidosis in the lungs can include: Wheezing, Cough, Shortness of breath, Chest pain.

• #2 Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11863-sarcoidosis

  Sarcoidosis symptoms include cough, shortness of breath, tender sores on your shins, eye pain and redness. Many cases go away on their own or with treatment, but sometimes it becomes a chronic condition. […] Sarcoidosis symptoms include shortness of breath, dry cough, red bumps, fever, fatigue, weight loss, and red or sore eyes. Sarcoidosis symptoms differ depending on what part of your body has granulomas. […] The symptoms of sarcoidosis depend on where in your body granulomas form. Most people with sarcoidosis have lung symptoms, but you can have symptoms in your skin, eyes, joints and almost anywhere else in your body. You may also have general feelings of being unwell or no symptoms at all. […] Symptoms of sarcoidosis in your lungs include cough, shortness of breath (dyspnea), chest pain, and wheezing.

• #3 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Symptoms of sarcoidosis vary, depending on which organs are affected and how badly they’re affected. Sarcoidosis sometimes develops slowly over time and causes symptoms that last for years. Other times, symptoms appear suddenly and then disappear just as quickly. Many people with sarcoidosis have no symptoms, so the condition is found only when a chest X-ray is done for another reason. […] Sarcoidosis can begin with these symptoms: Extreme tiredness. Slight fever. Swollen lymph nodes, such as in the chest, neck, armpits or groin. Weight loss. Pain and swelling in joints, such as the ankles. […] Sarcoidosis most often affects the lungs and may cause lung problems, such as: Ongoing dry cough. Shortness of breath. A squeaking sound when breathing out, called wheezing. Chest pain. […] Sarcoidosis may cause skin problems, which may include: A rash of small, itchy bumps, usually on the head, neck or legs. The rash may be painful. Open sores on the nose, lips, cheeks and ears, called skin lesions. Areas of skin that are darker or lighter in color. Growths under the skin, especially around scars or tattoos.

• #4 Understanding sarcoidosis: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment | MD Anderson Cancer Center

  https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/understanding-sarcoidosis–symptoms–diagnosis-and-treatment.h00-159773289.html

  People with sarcoidosis often dont show any symptoms. […] If you do show symptoms of pulmonary sarcoidosis, they could include: cough, shortness of breath, chest pain. […] Sarcoidosis symptoms that affect other parts of the body may include: vision changes or inflammation of the eye, rashes on the face or shins, abnormal lab results reflecting changes in the thyroid, changes in kidney function. […] Many people with sarcoidosis have very mild symptoms and do not require treatment. […] Sarcoidosis symptoms can vary, depending on which part of the body is affected. Some symptoms may include lung lesions, skin rashes and enlarged lymph nodes.

• #5 Clinical Presentation, Symptoms, and Diagnosis of Sarcoidosis | Division of Pulmonary | ECU

  https://internal-medicine.ecu.edu/pulmonary/sarcoidosis-center/clinical-presentation-symptoms-and-diagnosis-of-sarcoidosis/

  Some people with sarcoidosis will not have any symptoms at all. When present, the symptoms of sarcoidosis will depend on where in your body granulomas form. Most people will have lung symptoms, but you can also have symptoms in your skin, eyes, lymph nodes, joints, heart, and brain if these organs are affected. Some people may have general feelings of fatigue or being unwell and these can persist even after organ involvement has resolved. […] Extreme tiredness (Fatigue) […] Unexplained weight loss […] General feelings of being unwell (malaise) […] Fever […] Night sweats […] Joint and muscle aches and pains […] Cough […] Shortness of breath (dyspnea) […] Chest pain […] Wheezing […] Chest pain […] Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) […] Fluttering heartbeat (palpitations)

• #6 Sarcoidosis Awareness

  https://www.chestnet.org/sarcoidosis-awareness-month

  Most people who have sarcoidosis have no signs or symptoms of the disease. Because sarcoidosis so often affects the lungs, the most common symptoms of sarcoidosis include shortness of breath and chronic cough. Because sarcoidosis can affect the entire body, a wide variety of symptoms can be seen with sarcoidosis. Other symptoms of sarcoidosis include: Fatigue, Shortness of breath, Unexplained weight loss, Night sweats, Overall feeling of sickness, Swollen lymph nodes, Irregular heart beat, Swollen legs, Headaches, Visual problems, Weakness or numbness of an arm, leg, or part of your face, Painful or red, raised bumps on the legs or arms, Discoloration of the nose, cheeks, lips, and ears, Scaly-appearing skin rash, Joint pain, Muscle swelling and soreness, Arthritis, Burning, itching, tearing, or pain in the eyes, Red eyes, Sensitivity to light, Blurred vision, Fever

• #7 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Symptoms of sarcoidosis vary, depending on which organs are affected and how badly they’re affected. Sarcoidosis sometimes develops slowly over time and causes symptoms that last for years. Other times, symptoms appear suddenly and then disappear just as quickly. Many people with sarcoidosis have no symptoms, so the condition is found only when a chest X-ray is done for another reason. […] Sarcoidosis can begin with these symptoms: Extreme tiredness. Slight fever. Swollen lymph nodes, such as in the chest, neck, armpits or groin. Weight loss. Pain and swelling in joints, such as the ankles. […] Sarcoidosis most often affects the lungs and may cause lung problems, such as: Ongoing dry cough. Shortness of breath. A squeaking sound when breathing out, called wheezing. Chest pain. […] Sarcoidosis may cause skin problems, which may include: A rash of small, itchy bumps, usually on the head, neck or legs. The rash may be painful. Open sores on the nose, lips, cheeks and ears, called skin lesions. Areas of skin that are darker or lighter in color. Growths under the skin, especially around scars or tattoos.

• #8 Sarcoidosis | Sarcoidosis Symptoms | MedlinePlus

  https://medlineplus.gov/sarcoidosis.html

  Sarcoidosis is a condition in which groups of cells in your immune system form small, red, and swollen (inflamed) lumps. These lumps are called granulomas. They can form in any organ in the body. But they most commonly affect the lungs and lymph nodes in the chest. Over time, sarcoidosis can cause permanent scarring of organs. […] Many people who have sarcoidosis have no symptoms, or they may feel unwell but without any obvious symptoms. If you have symptoms, you may have some general symptoms. And you may have other symptoms, which will depend upon which part of the body is affected. […] The general symptoms can include: Fatigue, Weight loss, Swollen lymph nodes, Depression, Fever, Night sweats (heavy sweating during sleep). […] The symptoms of sarcoidosis in the lungs can include: Wheezing, Cough, Shortness of breath, Chest pain.

• #9 Pulmonary Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24653-pulmonary-sarcoidosis

  Pulmonary sarcoidosis causes inflammation and lumps called granulomas in the lungs. It can cause shortness of breath, cough and fatigue. The condition can go away on its own, but some people need treatment with prednisone or other medications. Rarely, pulmonary sarcoidosis can cause permanent, irreversible scarring and damage to lung tissue. […] Many cases of pulmonary sarcoidosis go away. But the inflammation can cause permanent scarring in the lungs. […] Not all people with this condition have signs of disease. But pulmonary sarcoidosis symptoms may include: Chest pain. Cough that doesnt go away. Fatigue, tiredness, malaise or generally not feeling well. Shortness of breath (dyspnea). Wheezing. […] Many people with pulmonary sarcoidosis also experience depression. This disorder is common among those who have conditions that interfere with their daily lives or social activities.

• #10 Sarcoidosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Images – DermNet

  https://dermnetnz.org/topics/sarcoidosis

  Sarcoidosis can affect any organ therefore patients may present with a wide variety of symptoms. […] Sarcoidosis may not result in any symptoms and the disease may come and go without the patient or doctor ever being aware of it. Symptoms can appear suddenly and then just as quickly resolve spontaneously. Sometimes, however, they can continue over a lifetime. […] Non-specific general symptoms like fatigue are seen in nearly 70% of patients. Other constitutional symptoms may include: Weight loss, Loss of appetite, Fever, Chills and night sweats. […] More than 20% of patients have peripheral lymphadenopathy. The affected lymph nodes are moderately swollen and are usually painless. […] Respiratory symptoms are found on presentation in 30-53%. These include coughing, shortness of breath, and chest pain. Almost half of patients with pulmonary sarcoidosis may be asymptomatic.

• #11 The Stages of Pulmonary Sarcoidosis- What Do They Really Mean? — Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

  https://www.stopsarcoidosis.org/stages-of-sarcoidosis/

  When referring to the stages of sarcoidosis, this is referring exclusively to pulmonary sarcoidosis. […] The stages of sarcoidosis should not be viewed in the way that stages of cancer are- they do not indicate progression of the disease. […] In sarcoidosis, staging is a way to indicate the location of granulomas- the lungs, the lymph nodes, or both- and the nature of the disease. […] Stage one sarcoidosis indicates granulomas in the lymph nodes. Stage two indicates lymph node involvement in addition to granulomas in the lungs. […] However, stage three sarcoidosis indicates granulomas present in the lungs, but not in the lymph nodes. This demonstrates how the stages are not a progression. […] Stage four sarcoidosis is a little bit different than the other three. Stage four indicates scarring in the lungs- pulmonary fibrosis- which is irreversible.

• #12 Pulmonary Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24653-pulmonary-sarcoidosis

  Based on your test results and symptoms, your healthcare provider may assign a stage. The stages of pulmonary sarcoidosis range from no disease to the most severe disease: Stage 0: Chest X-ray is normal, with no signs of granulomas. Stage I: Granulomas are present only in the lymph nodes, not the lungs. Stage II: Granulomas are present in the lymph nodes and lungs. Stage III: Granulomas are present only in the lungs. Stage IV: Pulmonary sarcoidosis has caused permanent, irreversible scarring in the lung tissue. […] Not everyone with pulmonary sarcoidosis needs treatment. The condition often goes away on its own. […] However, over time, pulmonary sarcoidosis can create permanent scarring in the lungs, which can shorten someones life span. […] Some people may achieve permanent remission. This means the condition goes away and doesnt come back.

• #13 The Stages of Pulmonary Sarcoidosis- What Do They Really Mean? — Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

  https://www.stopsarcoidosis.org/stages-of-sarcoidosis/

  The stage of sarcoidosis does not indicate a level of severity- in fact, each stage can be at a different level of severity. […] Make no mistake- all stages of pulmonary sarcoidosis can be severe. Any stage could cause serious symptoms and debilitating fatigue. […] Sarcoidosis is often mistakenly portrayed as a disease that isn’t serious and will go into remission, and here at FSR we know that is unfortunately not always the case.

• #14 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Symptoms of sarcoidosis vary, depending on which organs are affected and how badly they’re affected. Sarcoidosis sometimes develops slowly over time and causes symptoms that last for years. Other times, symptoms appear suddenly and then disappear just as quickly. Many people with sarcoidosis have no symptoms, so the condition is found only when a chest X-ray is done for another reason. […] Sarcoidosis can begin with these symptoms: Extreme tiredness. Slight fever. Swollen lymph nodes, such as in the chest, neck, armpits or groin. Weight loss. Pain and swelling in joints, such as the ankles. […] Sarcoidosis most often affects the lungs and may cause lung problems, such as: Ongoing dry cough. Shortness of breath. A squeaking sound when breathing out, called wheezing. Chest pain. […] Sarcoidosis may cause skin problems, which may include: A rash of small, itchy bumps, usually on the head, neck or legs. The rash may be painful. Open sores on the nose, lips, cheeks and ears, called skin lesions. Areas of skin that are darker or lighter in color. Growths under the skin, especially around scars or tattoos.

• #15 Sarcoidosis and your skin: Signs and symptoms

  https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/sarcoidosis-symptoms

  This disease can appear anywhere on the skin. Most often, you’ll see it on your: […] Skin sarcoidosis can also cause changes to your nails, mouth sores, or hair loss. […] A common sign of sarcoidosis on the skin, especially among African American women, these bumps tend to develop on the face (often around the eyes) or neck. […] Called a plaque, this raised patch can feel smooth or scaly. […] As plaques heal, they can cause scarring. When this happens on the scalp, it may lead to hair loss. […] Some people develop firm bumps and patches like the ones shown on this woman’s face and neck. […] One or more lumps that sit deep in the skin can develop. […] For some people, sarcoidosis begins with a tender-feeling rash called erythema nodosum. […] If you have sarcoidosis, this rash usually means that the sarcoidosis will clear on its own within a few weeks to months.

• #16 Organs Affected by Sarcoidosis – Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

  https://www.stopsarcoidosis.org/what-is-sarcoidosis/organs-involved/

  The lungs are the most commonly affected organ in sarcoidosis. Ninety percent or more of people with sarcoidosis have lung involvement, whether they have symptoms or not. Symptoms specific to sarcoidosis affecting the lungs include: Dry coughing, Trouble breathing, wheezing, or pain with breathing, Chest pain, tightness, or discomfort, Coughing up blood (which is rare), especially in the early stages of sarcoidosis. […] Sarcoidosis affects the lymph nodes in up to 90 percent of people with the disease. Lymph nodes are glands found throughout the body that make and store white blood cells. When sarcoidosis inflammation targets these glands, they become enlarged. […] Roughly a quarter of people with sarcoidosis will develop skin problems related to the disease. Often, these skin problems can indicate the seriousness of the case of sarcoidosis.

• #17 Sarcoidosis and your skin: Signs and symptoms

  https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/sarcoidosis-symptoms

  Some people who develop a rash also have a fever, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes (often called glands), arthritis, and other symptoms. […] Sarcoidosis can develop in a scar, tattoo, or piercing. […] Small bumps in a scar, tattoo (including a cosmetic tattoo), or body piercing may be the only noticeable sign of sarcoidosis. […] These tend to form on the head and neck, especially on the nose, lips, and cheeks. […] When sarcoidosis affects the nails, it can discolor the nail, cause the nail to lift up, or deform some nails. […] You can also have sarcoidosis on your skin, without having any symptoms like itch or tenderness.

• #18 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Sarcoidosis can affect the eyes without causing any symptoms, so it’s important to have your eyes checked regularly. When eye symptoms do occur, they may include: Blurred vision. Eye pain. Watery eyes. Burning, itching or dry eyes. Severe redness. Sensitivity to light. […] Symptoms related to cardiac sarcoidosis may include: Chest pain. Shortness of breath. Fainting. Heartbeats that aren’t regular, called arrhythmias. Rapid or fluttering heartbeats, called palpitations. Swelling caused by extra fluid in the body. […] Sarcoidosis can cause symptoms related to the brain and nerves, such as: Headaches. Dizziness. Changes in vision. Confusion. Weakness. Nerve pain, numbness or tingling. Seizures. […] Other symptoms are usually linked with the organs affected. Sarcoidosis can cause granulomas in any part of the body, such as the liver, spleen, muscles, bones and joints, kidneys, and lymph nodes.

• #19 Organs Affected by Sarcoidosis – Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

  https://www.stopsarcoidosis.org/what-is-sarcoidosis/organs-involved/

  Sarcoidosis affects the eyes in a quarter or more of people with the disease. In many cases, these problems go away on their own within a year. Many eye problems are treatable with various options. […] Researchers estimate that sarcoidosis of the heart, or cardiac sarcoidosis, affects more than 10 percent of people with sarcoidosis in the United States, and perhaps as many as 25 percent. Because heart problems can be very serious, everyone who has sarcoidosis should be screened for cardiac sarcoidosis. […] Sarcoidosis affects the brain and nervous system in up to 15 percent of cases. Although it can affect almost any part of the nervous system, the cranial nerves, which are important nerves at the base of the brain, are commonly involved. […] Sarcoidosis affects the bones and joints in up to a third of people who have the disease. Granulomas can even form in the bone marrow, a problem that occurs in up to 10 percent of cases.

• #20 Sarcoidosis Awareness

  https://www.chestnet.org/sarcoidosis-awareness-month

  Sarcoidosis can cause serious health problems. It’s important to remember, though, that most cases of sarcoidosis are not severe and do not cause lasting damage to the body. Sarcoidosis of the lungs can lead to the development of scar tissue in the lungs, a condition called pulmonary fibrosis. Pulmonary fibrosis can make it difficult for the lungs to effectively take in air and oxygen. Severe pulmonary fibrosis can lead to respiratory failure and death. Other sarcoidosis-related lung complications include pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the major arteries leading to the lungs) and mucus buildup in the airways (which makes it difficult to breathe and increases the likelihood of developing lung infections). Sarcoidosis that affects the eyes can cause inflammation that may lead to glaucoma, cataracts, or blindness. These complications are usually avoided with good medical care and treatment. Sarcoidosis sometimes affects the heart and can cause irregular heartbeat, heart failure, and heart attacks. Because these problems can lead to severe complications, everyone with sarcoidosis should be screened for cardiac (heart) sarcoidosis. Appropriate treatment can help avoid these complications. Remember, though, that MOST people with sarcoidosis do not experience any serious complications.

• #21 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Sarcoidosis can affect the eyes without causing any symptoms, so it’s important to have your eyes checked regularly. When eye symptoms do occur, they may include: Blurred vision. Eye pain. Watery eyes. Burning, itching or dry eyes. Severe redness. Sensitivity to light. […] Symptoms related to cardiac sarcoidosis may include: Chest pain. Shortness of breath. Fainting. Heartbeats that aren’t regular, called arrhythmias. Rapid or fluttering heartbeats, called palpitations. Swelling caused by extra fluid in the body. […] Sarcoidosis can cause symptoms related to the brain and nerves, such as: Headaches. Dizziness. Changes in vision. Confusion. Weakness. Nerve pain, numbness or tingling. Seizures. […] Other symptoms are usually linked with the organs affected. Sarcoidosis can cause granulomas in any part of the body, such as the liver, spleen, muscles, bones and joints, kidneys, and lymph nodes.

• #22 Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11863-sarcoidosis

  Symptoms of sarcoidosis of your heart include chest pain, fluttering heartbeat (palpitations), irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), heart failure, and shortness of breath. […] The severity of sarcoidosis is different from person to person. For most people, it’s a temporary condition that goes away on its own or with treatment. For some, it’s a chronic illness that causes permanent damage. […] About two-thirds of people diagnosed with sarcoidosis will eventually be disease-free (sarcoidosis will go into remission) in two to three years. […] Most people who still have sarcoidosis after three years are likely to have chronic disease. Only about 10% to 20% of those with chronic sarcoidosis will have permanent organ damage. The most common complication of sarcoidosis in the U.S. is lung scarring.

• #23 Organs Affected by Sarcoidosis – Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

  https://www.stopsarcoidosis.org/what-is-sarcoidosis/organs-involved/

  Sarcoidosis affects the eyes in a quarter or more of people with the disease. In many cases, these problems go away on their own within a year. Many eye problems are treatable with various options. […] Researchers estimate that sarcoidosis of the heart, or cardiac sarcoidosis, affects more than 10 percent of people with sarcoidosis in the United States, and perhaps as many as 25 percent. Because heart problems can be very serious, everyone who has sarcoidosis should be screened for cardiac sarcoidosis. […] Sarcoidosis affects the brain and nervous system in up to 15 percent of cases. Although it can affect almost any part of the nervous system, the cranial nerves, which are important nerves at the base of the brain, are commonly involved. […] Sarcoidosis affects the bones and joints in up to a third of people who have the disease. Granulomas can even form in the bone marrow, a problem that occurs in up to 10 percent of cases.

• #24 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Sometimes sarcoidosis causes long-term problems. Pulmonary sarcoidosis that isn’t treated can lead to scarring in the lungs that lasts forever. This scarring is called pulmonary fibrosis. Pulmonary fibrosis makes it hard to breathe and sometimes causes pulmonary hypertension. […] Cardiac sarcoidosis results in granulomas in the heart. These can cause problems with heart rhythm, blood flow and heart function. Rarely, sarcoidosis results in heart problems that may cause death.

• #25 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Sarcoidosis can affect the eyes without causing any symptoms, so it’s important to have your eyes checked regularly. When eye symptoms do occur, they may include: Blurred vision. Eye pain. Watery eyes. Burning, itching or dry eyes. Severe redness. Sensitivity to light. […] Symptoms related to cardiac sarcoidosis may include: Chest pain. Shortness of breath. Fainting. Heartbeats that aren’t regular, called arrhythmias. Rapid or fluttering heartbeats, called palpitations. Swelling caused by extra fluid in the body. […] Sarcoidosis can cause symptoms related to the brain and nerves, such as: Headaches. Dizziness. Changes in vision. Confusion. Weakness. Nerve pain, numbness or tingling. Seizures. […] Other symptoms are usually linked with the organs affected. Sarcoidosis can cause granulomas in any part of the body, such as the liver, spleen, muscles, bones and joints, kidneys, and lymph nodes.

• #26 What is Neurosarcoidosis? |phone iconGroup 9Group 49

  https://www.barrowneuro.org/condition/neurosarcoidosis/

  Symptoms of neurosarcoidosis may come on suddenly, gradually, or never become noticeable. […] Neurosarcoidosis symptoms may include: Behavioral and mood changes, such as irritability and agitation; Eye pain and redness; Facial palsy (Bell’s palsy), or drooping of one side of the face, which is the most common neurological symptom of sarcoidosis; Hallucinations; Headaches; Hearing loss; Memory loss; Numbness weakness, tingling, or pain in the face, arms, and/or legs; Paralysis in arms and/or legs; Seizures; Vision problems. […] Neurological symptoms are not usually the first sign of sarcoidosis. Symptoms of sarcoidosis vary depending on the organs affected, but many people experience the following: Chest pain; Chronic dry cough; Fatigue; Fever; Pain and swelling in the joints; Shortness of breath; Swollen lymph nodes; Weight loss; Wheezing. […] The presence of these symptoms does not necessarily mean you have sarcoidosis or neurosarcoidosis. Contact a medical professional for an evaluation. […] For some people, neurosarcoidosis may resolve without medical treatment. For others, the disease can become chronic and even last a lifetime.

• #27 Neurosarcoidosis – SarcoidosisUK

  https://www.sarcoidosisuk.org/information-hub/sarcoidosis-nervous-system/

  Sarcoidosis can occur in almost any organ. In 5 to 15% of patients with sarcoidosis, the disease occurs somewhere in the nervous system. This is called neurosarcoidosis. […] Sarcoidosis affects the nervous system in 5% to 15% of all patients (neurosarcoidosis). Neurosarcoidosis is therefore uncommon (only 20 cases per million people) but can be severe. Nonetheless, provided with expert care, the disease is usually straightforward to treat. Only a minority of patients suffer lasting neurological impairments. […] The disease can affect any part of the nervous system. It does so through the development of granulomatous inflammation (in the same way it affects other organs such as the lungs, skin and liver). Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options all depend on which part of the nervous system is inflamed.

• #28 Neurosarcoidosis – SarcoidosisUK

  https://www.sarcoidosisuk.org/information-hub/sarcoidosis-nervous-system/

  Half of all patients with neurosarcoidosis have a simple cranial neuropathy such as a weakness of one half of the face. Sometimes other nerves are affected causing problems with hearing, numbness of the face, weakness of the tongue, difficulty swallowing or double vision. Patients with cranial neuropathies respond well and quickly to steroids and the condition usually fully resolves itself. […] Diagnosis can usually be made after blood and spinal fluid tests and an MRI scan, but occasionally a biopsy of the brain or spinal cord is necessary. […] Treatment is with a high dose of steroids, suppression of the immune system with chemotherapy, and immunotherapy drugs such as an infliximab. Treatment is needed for at least 5 years. Most patients respond well to this medication, but they need to be monitored carefully and most importantly by a neurologist with experience of the disease.

• #29 Sarcoidosis

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sarcoidosis/

  The symptoms of sarcoidosis depend on which organs are affected, but typically include: […] For many people with sarcoidosis, symptoms often improve without treatment within a few months or years. In these cases, the symptoms are not usually severe. […] However, some people find their symptoms develop gradually and get worse over time, to the point where their health becomes severely affected. This is known as chronic sarcoidosis. […] Most people with sarcoidosis develop symptoms suddenly, but these usually clear within a few months or years and the condition does not come back. This is known as acute sarcoidosis. […] A few people find their symptoms develop gradually and get worse over time, to the point where they become severely affected. Lots of granulomas may form in an organ and prevent it from working properly. This is known as chronic sarcoidosis.

• #30 Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11863-sarcoidosis

  Symptoms of sarcoidosis of your heart include chest pain, fluttering heartbeat (palpitations), irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), heart failure, and shortness of breath. […] The severity of sarcoidosis is different from person to person. For most people, it’s a temporary condition that goes away on its own or with treatment. For some, it’s a chronic illness that causes permanent damage. […] About two-thirds of people diagnosed with sarcoidosis will eventually be disease-free (sarcoidosis will go into remission) in two to three years. […] Most people who still have sarcoidosis after three years are likely to have chronic disease. Only about 10% to 20% of those with chronic sarcoidosis will have permanent organ damage. The most common complication of sarcoidosis in the U.S. is lung scarring.

• #31 Sarcoidosis

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sarcoidosis/

  The symptoms of sarcoidosis depend on which organs are affected, but typically include: […] For many people with sarcoidosis, symptoms often improve without treatment within a few months or years. In these cases, the symptoms are not usually severe. […] However, some people find their symptoms develop gradually and get worse over time, to the point where their health becomes severely affected. This is known as chronic sarcoidosis. […] Most people with sarcoidosis develop symptoms suddenly, but these usually clear within a few months or years and the condition does not come back. This is known as acute sarcoidosis. […] A few people find their symptoms develop gradually and get worse over time, to the point where they become severely affected. Lots of granulomas may form in an organ and prevent it from working properly. This is known as chronic sarcoidosis.

• #32 Sarcoidosis: Symptoms, Stages, Causes, and Treatment

  https://www.webmd.com/lung/arthritis-sarcoidosis

  The symptoms of sarcoidosis can vary greatly, depending in part on which organs are involved. In some people, symptoms may begin suddenly and then stop. Others may have no outward symptoms. Still others may have symptoms that appear slowly and subtly, but that last or come back repeatedly over a long time span. […] The lungs are usually the first area to be affected by sarcoidosis: 9 of 10 people with sarcoidosis have some type of lung (pulmonary) involvement. Pulmonary sarcoidosis can be serious, leading to scar tissue (fibrosis) in the lungs. This complication can interfere with breathing. […] If you have lung sarcoidosis, your symptoms might include: Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Chest pain. […] Sarcoidosis can also affect the liver, your bones, or any other organ. […] While many cases of sarcoidosis come on gradually, a type called Lofgren syndrome starts suddenly, often with a fever, and three specific signs and symptoms: Joint pain and swelling that may travel from one part of your body to another, Enlarged lymph nodes in your chest, A rash called erythema nodosum that shows up as flat, firm, painful lumps, often on your shins.

• #33 Sarcoidosis

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sarcoidosis/

  The symptoms of sarcoidosis depend on which organs are affected, but typically include: […] For many people with sarcoidosis, symptoms often improve without treatment within a few months or years. In these cases, the symptoms are not usually severe. […] However, some people find their symptoms develop gradually and get worse over time, to the point where their health becomes severely affected. This is known as chronic sarcoidosis. […] Most people with sarcoidosis develop symptoms suddenly, but these usually clear within a few months or years and the condition does not come back. This is known as acute sarcoidosis. […] A few people find their symptoms develop gradually and get worse over time, to the point where they become severely affected. Lots of granulomas may form in an organ and prevent it from working properly. This is known as chronic sarcoidosis.

• #34 Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11863-sarcoidosis

  Symptoms of sarcoidosis of your heart include chest pain, fluttering heartbeat (palpitations), irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), heart failure, and shortness of breath. […] The severity of sarcoidosis is different from person to person. For most people, it’s a temporary condition that goes away on its own or with treatment. For some, it’s a chronic illness that causes permanent damage. […] About two-thirds of people diagnosed with sarcoidosis will eventually be disease-free (sarcoidosis will go into remission) in two to three years. […] Most people who still have sarcoidosis after three years are likely to have chronic disease. Only about 10% to 20% of those with chronic sarcoidosis will have permanent organ damage. The most common complication of sarcoidosis in the U.S. is lung scarring.

• #35 Sarcoidosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Images – DermNet

  https://dermnetnz.org/topics/sarcoidosis

  Skin involvement is present in up to one-third of patients. About 30% of patients with cutaneous sarcoidosis have no involvement of other organs. […] Joint involvement, also known as sarcoid arthropathy, occurs in 63-65%. […] Two-thirds of patients report a self-remitting disease within 12 to 36 months. The remainder of patients may follow a chronic course (10 to 30% require prolonged treatment). […] Cutaneous sarcoidosis usually has a more prolonged course. Papules and nodules tend to resolve over months or years. […] Factors associated with poor prognosis include: ethnicity (particularly African American and Afro Caribbean origins), age over 40 years at presentation, lupus pernio, chronic uveitis, CNS involvement, cardiac involvement, severe hypercalcemia, nephrocalcinosis, and radiographic stages III and IV.

• #36 Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11863-sarcoidosis

  Symptoms of sarcoidosis of your heart include chest pain, fluttering heartbeat (palpitations), irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), heart failure, and shortness of breath. […] The severity of sarcoidosis is different from person to person. For most people, it’s a temporary condition that goes away on its own or with treatment. For some, it’s a chronic illness that causes permanent damage. […] About two-thirds of people diagnosed with sarcoidosis will eventually be disease-free (sarcoidosis will go into remission) in two to three years. […] Most people who still have sarcoidosis after three years are likely to have chronic disease. Only about 10% to 20% of those with chronic sarcoidosis will have permanent organ damage. The most common complication of sarcoidosis in the U.S. is lung scarring.

• #37 Sarcoidosis | Sarcoidosis Symptoms | MedlinePlus

  https://medlineplus.gov/sarcoidosis.html

  The symptoms of sarcoidosis in other parts of the body can include: Larger than normal liver or spleen, Jaundice, which can make your eyes or skin yellow, Nervous system problems, such as: Headache, Dizziness, Vision problems, Seizures, Numbness or tingling, Heart palpitations or an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), Pain and swelling in the joints, Skin problems such as rashes and growths under the skin. […] If untreated, or if the treatment does not work, sarcoidosis can cause serious health problems called complications. Possible complications include: Lung problems, Heart problems, Hormone problems, Brain, nerve, or muscle problems, Kidney problems, Severe organ damage. […] There is no cure for sarcoidosis. The goal of treatment for sarcoidosis is remission, which means you still have the condition, but it does not cause you problems. […] Whether or not you have symptoms from sarcoidosis, it’s important to get regular follow-up care from your provider, make healthy lifestyle changes, and contact your provider if you have any new symptoms.

• #38 Sarcoidosis Awareness

  https://www.chestnet.org/sarcoidosis-awareness-month

  Sarcoidosis can cause serious health problems. It’s important to remember, though, that most cases of sarcoidosis are not severe and do not cause lasting damage to the body. Sarcoidosis of the lungs can lead to the development of scar tissue in the lungs, a condition called pulmonary fibrosis. Pulmonary fibrosis can make it difficult for the lungs to effectively take in air and oxygen. Severe pulmonary fibrosis can lead to respiratory failure and death. Other sarcoidosis-related lung complications include pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the major arteries leading to the lungs) and mucus buildup in the airways (which makes it difficult to breathe and increases the likelihood of developing lung infections). Sarcoidosis that affects the eyes can cause inflammation that may lead to glaucoma, cataracts, or blindness. These complications are usually avoided with good medical care and treatment. Sarcoidosis sometimes affects the heart and can cause irregular heartbeat, heart failure, and heart attacks. Because these problems can lead to severe complications, everyone with sarcoidosis should be screened for cardiac (heart) sarcoidosis. Appropriate treatment can help avoid these complications. Remember, though, that MOST people with sarcoidosis do not experience any serious complications.

• #39 Sarcoidosis – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

  Sometimes sarcoidosis causes long-term problems. Pulmonary sarcoidosis that isn’t treated can lead to scarring in the lungs that lasts forever. This scarring is called pulmonary fibrosis. Pulmonary fibrosis makes it hard to breathe and sometimes causes pulmonary hypertension. […] Cardiac sarcoidosis results in granulomas in the heart. These can cause problems with heart rhythm, blood flow and heart function. Rarely, sarcoidosis results in heart problems that may cause death.

• #40 Pulmonary Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24653-pulmonary-sarcoidosis

  But pulmonary sarcoidosis can relapse (come back after remission or successful treatment). This is sometimes called a flare. […] If granulomas dont heal, they can cause complications, including: Bronchiectasis: Bronchiectasis is a long-term condition that affects the bronchi, large tubes that carry air from your windpipe to your lungs. Bronchi can become thick from inflammation and infection. This makes breathing difficult and causes a person to cough up mucus. It also makes the lungs prone to infections. Pulmonary fibrosis: Pulmonary fibrosis occurs when lung tissue becomes inflamed, scarred and stiff. Its a serious condition that causes shortness of breath and permanent lung damage. Pulmonary hypertension: Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the lung arteries. It occurs when blood vessels in the lungs become too narrow. End-stage lung disease: This final stage of lung disease means your lungs cant remove carbon dioxide from the body or provide enough oxygen to the body. […] Many people with this condition get well on their own or feel better with short-term treatment. If you have trouble breathing, talk to a healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment options.

• #41 Sarcoidosis Awareness

  https://www.chestnet.org/sarcoidosis-awareness-month

  Sarcoidosis can cause serious health problems. It’s important to remember, though, that most cases of sarcoidosis are not severe and do not cause lasting damage to the body. Sarcoidosis of the lungs can lead to the development of scar tissue in the lungs, a condition called pulmonary fibrosis. Pulmonary fibrosis can make it difficult for the lungs to effectively take in air and oxygen. Severe pulmonary fibrosis can lead to respiratory failure and death. Other sarcoidosis-related lung complications include pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the major arteries leading to the lungs) and mucus buildup in the airways (which makes it difficult to breathe and increases the likelihood of developing lung infections). Sarcoidosis that affects the eyes can cause inflammation that may lead to glaucoma, cataracts, or blindness. These complications are usually avoided with good medical care and treatment. Sarcoidosis sometimes affects the heart and can cause irregular heartbeat, heart failure, and heart attacks. Because these problems can lead to severe complications, everyone with sarcoidosis should be screened for cardiac (heart) sarcoidosis. Appropriate treatment can help avoid these complications. Remember, though, that MOST people with sarcoidosis do not experience any serious complications.

• #42 Sarcoidosis Awareness

  https://www.chestnet.org/sarcoidosis-awareness-month

  Sarcoidosis can cause serious health problems. It’s important to remember, though, that most cases of sarcoidosis are not severe and do not cause lasting damage to the body. Sarcoidosis of the lungs can lead to the development of scar tissue in the lungs, a condition called pulmonary fibrosis. Pulmonary fibrosis can make it difficult for the lungs to effectively take in air and oxygen. Severe pulmonary fibrosis can lead to respiratory failure and death. Other sarcoidosis-related lung complications include pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the major arteries leading to the lungs) and mucus buildup in the airways (which makes it difficult to breathe and increases the likelihood of developing lung infections). Sarcoidosis that affects the eyes can cause inflammation that may lead to glaucoma, cataracts, or blindness. These complications are usually avoided with good medical care and treatment. Sarcoidosis sometimes affects the heart and can cause irregular heartbeat, heart failure, and heart attacks. Because these problems can lead to severe complications, everyone with sarcoidosis should be screened for cardiac (heart) sarcoidosis. Appropriate treatment can help avoid these complications. Remember, though, that MOST people with sarcoidosis do not experience any serious complications.

• #43 Sarcoidosis: Symptoms, Stages, Causes, and Treatment

  https://www.webmd.com/lung/arthritis-sarcoidosis

  If you’re still having symptoms after 3 years, you are more likely to keep having symptoms. About 10% to 20% of people with long-lasting sarcoidosis develop permanent organ damage, most often in the lungs. […] If you have permanent scarring in your lungs, it can get harder to breathe. You might develop a condition called pulmonary hypertension, a type of high blood pressure affecting the blood vessels in your lungs. It can make your heart work harder than normal to get blood into your lungs. […] When sarcoidosis affects the brain and nerves, it can lead to symptoms that mimic multiple sclerosis, such as weakness and numbness. It can also cause drooping facial muscles and symptoms ranging from seizures to hearing problems.

• #44 Sarcoidosis > Fact Sheets > Yale Medicine

  https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/sarcoidosis

  Some people experience permanent organ damage, while others eventually recover. […] Sarcoidosis can become chronic, but it’s not uncommon for it to go into remission after a few years, even without treatment. […] More than half of people who have sarcoidosis recover within 2 to 5 years. For such patients, the condition goes into remission and they are unlikely to experience problems again. […] In other people, sarcoidosis becomes a chronic condition that may worsen over time. Remaining under the care of a physician may help to relieve symptoms. […] About 20% of people with sarcoidosis experience permanent lung damage. Roughly 5% of people with the condition die from respiratory failure caused by excessive scarring to lung tissue.

• #45 Sarcoidosis: How It Develops and How It’s Treated

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/sarcoidosis-overview-5097521

  Sarcoidosis affects the lungs in 90% of all cases. […] Around 10% to 20% of people with sarcoidosis will develop treatment-resistant pulmonary disease like pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary hypertension, which are the leading cause of death from sarcoidosis. […] Symptoms can be serious at any stage. […] Patients at any stage can experience involvement of other organs. […] The prognosis for people with sarcoidosis differs depending on symptoms, the level of damage done to the body, and the type of sarcoidosis they have. […] For many, recovery typically occurs on its own without medical intervention. […] In about 60% of cases, the granulomas will disappear over two to five years and the patient will recover. […] In rare cases, the condition can lead to death if the body is damaged irreparably (and there is severe scarring of the lungs, for example). […] However, that only occurs in roughly 1% to 8% of sarcoidosis cases.

• #46 Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  https://patient.info/chest-lungs/sarcoidosis-leaflet

  Many people with sarcoidosis do not need any specific treatment. Their sarcoidosis will get better of its own accord over the following two to five years. However, for some people with sarcoidosis, it becomes persistent (chronic) and may require treatment. […] The outlook tends to be not as good if sarcoidosis affects areas of your body outside your lungs, particularly if it affects your heart or your nerves. People who develop sarcoidosis quickly, over a few weeks, tend to have a better outlook.

• #47 The Symptoms of Pulmonary Sarcoidosis

  https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/18/6088

  Hemoptysis is a rare symptom of pulmonary sarcoidosis. […] Hemoptysis may occur in patients with Scadding stage 4 fibrocystic sarcoidosis via a number of mechanisms. […] The management of hemoptysis in fibrocystic sarcoidosis involves rapidly identifying the cause and quickly administering treatment. […] It has been estimated that 50 to 85 percent of pulmonary sarcoidosis patients present without pulmonary symptoms. […] The prognosis of asymptomatic pulmonary sarcoidosis is better than that of symptomatic patients. […] Although the symptoms associated with pulmonary sarcoidosis are not specific for the disease, they provide important clinical insights. […] The assessment of the symptoms of pulmonary sarcoidosis is easy to obtain and has no cost.

• #48 Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  https://patient.info/chest-lungs/sarcoidosis-leaflet

  Many people with sarcoidosis do not need any specific treatment. Their sarcoidosis will get better of its own accord over the following two to five years. However, for some people with sarcoidosis, it becomes persistent (chronic) and may require treatment. […] The outlook tends to be not as good if sarcoidosis affects areas of your body outside your lungs, particularly if it affects your heart or your nerves. People who develop sarcoidosis quickly, over a few weeks, tend to have a better outlook.

• #49 Sarcoidosis – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350363

  Sarcoidosis can be hard to diagnose because there may not be many symptoms in the early stages. When symptoms do occur, they may be much like those of other conditions. […] There’s no cure for sarcoidosis, but often sarcoidosis goes away on its own. You may not need treatment if you have no symptoms or only mild symptoms. If you need treatment, the type of treatment you have depends on how severe your symptoms are and what organs are affected. Treatment can lessen the body’s immune system response and inflammation. […] Your healthcare professional monitors your symptoms and checks to see if you need treatment, how treatments are working and if you have complications. Ongoing monitoring may include tests based on your condition. For example, you may have regular chest X-rays, blood and urine tests, EKGs, and exams of your lungs, eyes, skin and other organs. Follow-up care is likely lifelong.

• #50 Sarcoidosis – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350363

  Sarcoidosis can be hard to diagnose because there may not be many symptoms in the early stages. When symptoms do occur, they may be much like those of other conditions. […] There’s no cure for sarcoidosis, but often sarcoidosis goes away on its own. You may not need treatment if you have no symptoms or only mild symptoms. If you need treatment, the type of treatment you have depends on how severe your symptoms are and what organs are affected. Treatment can lessen the body’s immune system response and inflammation. […] Your healthcare professional monitors your symptoms and checks to see if you need treatment, how treatments are working and if you have complications. Ongoing monitoring may include tests based on your condition. For example, you may have regular chest X-rays, blood and urine tests, EKGs, and exams of your lungs, eyes, skin and other organs. Follow-up care is likely lifelong.

• #51 Pulmonary Sarcoidosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24653-pulmonary-sarcoidosis

  But pulmonary sarcoidosis can relapse (come back after remission or successful treatment). This is sometimes called a flare. […] If granulomas dont heal, they can cause complications, including: Bronchiectasis: Bronchiectasis is a long-term condition that affects the bronchi, large tubes that carry air from your windpipe to your lungs. Bronchi can become thick from inflammation and infection. This makes breathing difficult and causes a person to cough up mucus. It also makes the lungs prone to infections. Pulmonary fibrosis: Pulmonary fibrosis occurs when lung tissue becomes inflamed, scarred and stiff. Its a serious condition that causes shortness of breath and permanent lung damage. Pulmonary hypertension: Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the lung arteries. It occurs when blood vessels in the lungs become too narrow. End-stage lung disease: This final stage of lung disease means your lungs cant remove carbon dioxide from the body or provide enough oxygen to the body. […] Many people with this condition get well on their own or feel better with short-term treatment. If you have trouble breathing, talk to a healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment options.

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