Friday, February, 10, 2012

Necrotizing vasculitis

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Alternative Names

Vasculitis - necrotizing


Treatment

Corticosteroids (given in low doses) or other drugs that suppress the immune system may reduce inflammation of the blood vessels.

See also:

  • Henoch-Schonlein purpura
  • Kawasaki disease
  • Polyarteritis nodosa

Support Groups


Expectations (prognosis)

The outcome depends on the location of the vasculitis and the severity of tissue damage.


Complications
  • Permanent damage to the structure or function of the affected area
  • Secondary infections of necrotic tissues

Calling your health care provider

Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of necrotizing vasculitis.

Emergency symptoms include:

  • Changes in pupil size
  • Loss of function of an arm, leg, or other body part
  • Speech problems
  • Swallowing difficulty
  • Weakness

Review Date: 05/31/2009
Reviewed By: Mark James Borigini, MD, Rheumatologist in the Washington, DC Metro area. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)