My father is experiencing the chronic, multisystem disorder called sarcodiosis. During the time a have to get familiar with this disease in order to help him. Now, my friend also has this disease. I can’t believe that I know two people suffering from this illness. What are the chances for that? My friend has sarcoidosis of the brain. I would like to know what influence it can have on the nervous system.
All components of the nervous system can be involved in sarcoidosis. Neurological findings are observed in about 5% of patients. Seventh nerve involvement with unilateral facial paralysis is most common. It occurs suddenly and is usually transient. Other common manifestations of neurosarcoid include optic nerve dysfunction, papilledema, palate dysfunction, hearing abnormalities, chronic meningitis etc. Also the seizure occurs.
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