Sarcoidosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the aetiology?
A
Type 4 HS, multi organ, F>M
2
Q
What is the pathology?
A
Granulomas, non caseating
3
Q
What are the signs?
A
Lymphadenopathy, lung and spleen affected, abnormal CXR
4
Q
What are the symptoms?
A
SOB, cough, arthralgia, erythema nodosum
5
Q
What are the investigations?
A
CXR, Calcium and ACE levels, Biopsym Kveim test
6
Q
What is the treatment?
A
Corticosteroids