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Wegener's Syndrome
The inflammation from Wegener's Granulomatosis is so destructive that it causes lumps (called granulomas) to form in the sinuses, nose, ears, and lungs. Wegener's granulomatosis can also affect small vessels in the kidneys, the skin, eyes, heart, and nervous system.
Wegener's granulomatosis is a rare disorder that most commonly occurs in the 30s and 40s. It affects men and women with...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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