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Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis leaves harmful impacts on the immune system of man. Non caseating granulomas are thought to be the main reason for Sarcoidosis. These granulomas can affect almost any part of the lymph nodes and lungs. Most common between people of 20 to 29 years of age, Sarcoidosis can easily attack patients who have crossed 40 years of age.

Causes of Sarcoidosis

Doctors across the world are not sure about the possible pathogens of Sarcoidosis. Cell wall deficient bacteria, which gradually corrode the cell walls are considered to be the possible pathogens of Sarcoidosis. Hereditary factors and genetic causes can not also be ruled out! Medical practitioners across the world, are of the opinion that most instances of Sarcoidosis spread into the human body during any kind of organ transplantation.

Continuous disregulation in the production of Vitamin D along with an extra renal production may also result into Sarcoidosis. A chronic chemical reaction among the protein chains in the body may result into celiac disorders. These celiac disorders can result into Sarcoidosis in near future.

Symptoms of Sarcoidosis

Patients who suffer from Sarcoidosis often complain of prolonged session of fatigue and dizziness. The body is always weak and there may be instances of weight loss and body aches in Sarcoidosis. Shortness of breath, dry eyes and blurry vision are some of the other symptoms of Sarcoidosis. Most of the symptoms of Sarcoidosis are asymptomatic. There can be occasional instances of skin eruption, noduli and rashes in the human body.

If Sarcoidosis is accompanied with erythema nodosum and arthralgia, results may even turn out to be fatal. Extreme cases of Sarcoidosis can severely affect the kidneys, liver and heart.


When Sarcoidosis affects the eye, you can suffer from uveitis, retinal inflammation and uveoparotitis. When Sarcoidosis affects the brains and nerves, one can suffer from neurosarcoidosis.

Treatment of Sarcoidosis

Prednisone and Corticosteroids are the most common form of treatment for Sarcoidosis. Steroids may also be coupled with drugs to ensure quicker recovery from Sarcoidosis. Steroid sparing medicines like methotrexate and azathioprine are often used as possible medication for Sarcoidosis. When affected with Sarcoidosis one can also suffer from a latent tuberculosis.

Many medical practitioners often prescribe Marshall Protocol as an effective treatment for Sarcoidosis. Patients who are prone towards developing hypercalcemia must avoid exposure to vitamin D and sun rays in order to recover from Sarcoidosis. Inhibitors and anti-tumor necrosis treatment are also helpful for curing Sarcoidosis .

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