Q: Are there specialists to treat chronic Sarcoidosis?
According to the research I did, Sarcoidosis is a rare autoimmune system disease and as such, according to this website, "is similar to diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus and how it behaves and how it's treated." That seems to me to indicate that the specialists responsible for treating this disease would be rheumatologists.
hi marilyn, i'm an RN and i took care of a lady with sarcoidosis and i was curious so i asked my rheumatologist about it. this is weird, but i swear this is what he told me. he said that it is rare, that white woman can be treated and it goes away, he said that black women get it mostly and they don't get rid of it and mostly just the symptoms are treated. they have a hard time with it. i asked him why and he said no body knows.
Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of Remedy Health Media. Remedy Health Media does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
