Sarcoidosis (Including Erythema Nodosum-Like Eruption) Quiz

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Phillip Aguila, MD, MBA (Respiratory medicine, Critical Care)

Dr. Aguila graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. He has trained in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at The University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and Internal Medicine at Medical College of Pennsylvania/Hahnemann University at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. He has served as Assistant Professor since 2010.

Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)

Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.

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Learn more about Sarcoidosis (including erythema nodosum-like eruption)

Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is sarcoidosis (including erythema nodosum-like eruption)?

A disease where tiny lumps (known as granulomas) form in the skin, lungs, eyes and other organs. As various organs are affected, there is a wide range of possible symptoms. The exact causes are poorly understood.

Symptoms of sarcoidosis (including erythema nodosum-like eruption)

Double vision
Noisy breathing; e.g. wheezing, rattling
Difficulty pronouncing words
Hands and legs became clumsy - I cannot do fine work with them
Eyes are sensitive to bright light
Numbness or abnormal sensation
Poor vision
Frequent urination

Questions your doctor may ask to check for sarcoidosis (including erythema nodosum-like eruption)

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose sarcoidosis (including erythema nodosum-like eruption)

Do you have double vision?
Is your breathing noisy; e.g. wheezing, rattling?
Do you have difficulty pronouncing words properly?
Do you feel that it is harder to move your limbs or that you are more clumsy recently?
Do you experience pain or discomfort in your eyes when looking at bright lights?

Treatment for sarcoidosis (including erythema nodosum-like eruption)

Treatment depends on the degree of disease, and which organs are involved. However, some patients may require medicines to suppress the immune system, and frequent check-ups to ensure their organs are doing well. Organ transplants may be considered in severe cases.