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What is the definition of Vasculitis?
Vasculitis is considered to be an autoimmune disease wherein the immune system causes inflammation of the blood vessels. The disease can be acute or chronic. There are many types of vasculitis, which mainly occurs in rare diseases. Vasculitis causes changes in blood vessels which decrease blood flow and oxygen to body tissues and vital organs. While the causes of vasculitis are often unknown, it can occur after an infection, another disease, or a reaction to medication when the immune system is triggered and attacks the vascular system. Genetics may also be a factor.
What are the symptoms of Vasculitis?
Signs and symptoms of vasculitis can vary but include red spots, lumps, or sores on the skin, rash, nerve problems (which may cause numbness or weakness in hands and feet), cough and difficulty breathing, fever, weight loss, and fatigue.
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What are the current treatments for Vasculitis?
The treatment depends on the type of vasculitis, with the goal of stopping the inflammation. While some vasculitis may improve without treatment, some types require steroids, immunosuppressive drugs such as cyclophosphamide, methotrexate, azathioprine, newer drugs such as rituximab, or surgery.
Who are the top Vasculitis Local Doctors?
Rheumatology
Rheumatology

Mayo Clinic Health System-Southwest Wisconsin Region Inc

800 W Ave S, 
La Crosse, WI 
 9.9 mi
Accepting New Patients

Daniel Small is a Rheumatologist in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Dr. Small and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Interstitial Keratitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Small is currently accepting new patients.

Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center Inc

3111 Gundersen Dr, 
Onalaska, WI 
 5.3 mi
Accepting New Patients

Mary Youngblood is a Rheumatologist in Onalaska, Wisconsin. Dr. Youngblood and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Youngblood is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Mayo Clinic Health System-Southwest Wisconsin Region Inc

800 W Ave S, 
La Crosse, WI 
 9.9 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Timothy Buckley is a Rheumatologist in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Dr. Buckley has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Buckley is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Vasculitis Clinical Trials?
A Non-Inferiority Randomized Clinical Trial Investigating Efficacy and Safety of an Innovative Medical Device in the Reduction of Mechanical Complications of Peripheral Intravenous Catheters

Summary: Around 1.5 billion peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs) are sold yearly, with up to 90% of hospitalized patients receiving one, yet failure rates can reach 69%, often due to phlebitis, infiltration, occlusion, or dislodgement. These complications can collectively be named mechanical complications. This study aims to assess a new device's effectiveness in reducing mechanical complications assoc...

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Role of Femoral Vein Wall Thickness and Inflammatory Markers in Patients With Behcet Disease

Summary: Evaluation of femoral vein wall thickness and inflammatory indices in patients with Behcet disease and assessment of their relation to the disease activity and related some clinical manifestations