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Symptoms of an autoimmune disease | What is an autoimmune disease?

Symptoms of an autoimmune disease The symptoms at the beginning of an autoimmune disease are usually unspecific and often not recognized as such. Characteristic symptoms for certain autoimmune diseases do not usually appear. The symptoms that occur include skin symptoms such as itching, rash and redness. In some cases, affected persons complain of vegetative symptoms, … Symptoms of an autoimmune disease | What is an autoimmune disease?

Autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland | What is an autoimmune disease?

Autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland Autoimmune diseases can also affect the skin as part of a systemic disease or be limited to the skin alone. The so-called collagenoses are not only directed against the skin, but also against other body structures. These include scleroderma, a hardening of the skin that can spread to other … Autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland | What is an autoimmune disease?

Autoimmune diseases of the intestine | What is an autoimmune disease?

Autoimmune diseases of the intestine Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are counted among the autoimmune diseases of the intestine. Both diseases are chronic inflammatory reactions of the intestinal mucosa. A characteristic feature of Crohn’s disease is the irregular infestation of the mucous membrane from the mouth to the anus. The disease is most frequently localized … Autoimmune diseases of the intestine | What is an autoimmune disease?

Lupus | What is an autoimmune disease?

Lupus Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a collagenosis. It is characterized by inflammatory reactions in the entire body, which can be in acute or chronic phases. In addition to the systemic form, there are others that are restricted to the skin. Autoantibodies, so-called ANA (antinuclear antibodies) and an increased number of inflammatory cells can be … Lupus | What is an autoimmune disease?

Wegener’s granulomatosis

Synonyms in a broader sense Wegener’s disease, allergic angiitis and granulomatosis, Klinger-Wegener-Churg syndrome, Wegener’s granulomatosis, Wegener-Klinger-Churg giant cell granuloarteritis, rhinogenic granulomatosis Definition Wegner’s granulomatosis is a disease in which the small blood vessels become inflamed throughout the body (systemic vasculitis). This leads to the formation of tissue nodules (granulomas). Mostly the ears, airways, lungs and … Wegener’s granulomatosis

Therapy | Wegener’s granulomatosis

Therapy At the beginning of Wegener’s granulomatosis the antibiotic Clotrimazol (broad-spectrum antibiotics with the ingredients: Trimethroprim and Sulfamethoxazole), e.g. available as Cotrim®, which leads to an improvement, although the mode of action is still completely unclear. In the further course of the disease, treatment is usually with cortisone (trade names e.g. Prednisolon®, Prednihexal®, Decortin®). This … Therapy | Wegener’s granulomatosis

Complications | Wegener’s granulomatosis

Complications Wegner’s granulomatosis can lead to permanent damage, such as hearing loss, unilateral blindness, limited kidney function. It can also lead to changes in the shape of the nose due to the frequent inflammations and thus to the formation of a saddle nose. All articles in this series: Wegener’s granulomatosis Therapy Complications

Why does a cold cause aching limbs?

Introduction Pain in the limbs is a symptom accompanying a cold. They occur acutely with the onset of a cold and usually subside with the remaining symptoms within a few days. The arms and legs are primarily affected. The intensity and distribution of the pain is variable and depends on the severity of the cold. … Why does a cold cause aching limbs?

Do you get aching limbs with every cold? | Why does a cold cause aching limbs?

Do you get aching limbs with every cold? Not every cold is necessarily accompanied by aching limbs. Because the pain in the limbs is primarily caused by the physical inflammatory reaction and the loss of fluid or electrolytes, it can be concluded that in the case of weaker colds without fever, pain in the limbs … Do you get aching limbs with every cold? | Why does a cold cause aching limbs?

Associated symptoms | Why does a cold cause aching limbs?

Associated symptoms In addition to the pain in the limbs, other typical symptoms of a cold occur. In contrast to the flu, the development of symptoms is rather slow and the symptoms subside after a few days. A cold usually begins with a scratchy feeling in the throat, which can develop into sore throat and … Associated symptoms | Why does a cold cause aching limbs?

Causes of ulcerative colitis

Introduction The exact cause of ulcerative colitis, which leads to inflammation in the colon, is still unknown. It is obvious that several environmental factors play a role and the disease can be influenced by psychological stress. However, genetic factors also play a very important role, as the disease is more common in some families. Possible … Causes of ulcerative colitis

Mental causes | Causes of ulcerative colitis

Mental causes That psychological factors, such as stress, anxiety or other psychological problems, cause ulcerative colitis is not the case, even though researchers have previously assumed this. What is certain, however, is that these psychological factors clearly influence the course of the disease. For example, stress or psychological problems can lead to or negatively influence … Mental causes | Causes of ulcerative colitis