Sarcoidosis

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Contents 1 Used for 2 See for 3 Broader Terms 4 Related Terms 5 Scope Note 6 Facts

Used for

Besnier Boeck disease, lupus pernio, lymphogranulomatosis (benign)

See for

lymphogranulomatosis

Broader Terms

immunopathology

Related Terms

berylliosis, inflammation, interstitial lung disease

Scope Note

inflammatory disease characterized by small lumps or granulomas in lymph nodes and other organs.

Facts

• Sarcoidosis is a rare multisystem granulomatous disease.
• Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease characterised by the formation of granulomas (small nodules of immune cells) in the lungs, lymph nodes, and other organs.
• Its cause is not known.

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