vasculitis

Vasculitis is a group of diseases that cause inflammation in blood vessels. These blood vessels can be large, medium, or small, and the inflammation can affect many parts of the body. The condition can appear in people of any age and may come on suddenly or slowly over time. People with vasculitis often experience general symptoms such as fever, weight loss, and fatigue. The signs and severity of the condition depend on which blood vessels and organs are affected. In some cases, the disease can be life-threatening, while in others it may cause only minor problems.

Common symptoms of vasculitis include general signs like fever, weight loss, and fatigue. In addition, there can be more specific symptoms depending on what type of blood vessels and organs are affected. Some people may also experience skin changes or localized signs of inflammation.

Vasculitis has a multifactorial etiology, which means that many different factors may contribute to the condition. Although the exact causes are not fully understood, changes in the immune system and other factors are thought to play a role. Information about specific genetic causes is currently limited for this condition.

Information about treatment is currently limited for this condition.

The outlook for people with vasculitis can vary widely due to the many types of the disease. While some forms can be serious and affect quality of life, others may lead to only minor issues. Information about long-term outcomes and quality of life is currently limited for this condition.

Information about research is currently limited for this condition.