Sarcoidosis

Authors

  • Bhavani. A Nursing Tutor, Department of nursing, Rani Meyyammai College of Nursing, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Mr. Gunalan. K B.Sc Nursing III Year, Rani Meyyammai College of Nursing, Annamalai University

Abstract

Sarcoidosis mostly involves all the systems and peripheral lymphatic system. It is an inflammatory condition that affects many body parts. The signs and symptoms of sarcoidosis depend upon the body organ affected. Mostly, it is of idiopathic cause and some other causes may also occur. Treatment is symptomatic, and complications are mainly secondary glaucoma cataract and phthisis. Nursing management is very essential for sarcoidosis diseases.

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Published

2019-11-22

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2019)

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