About Sarcoidosis
El New York Center for Rare Diseases apoya la misión y las pautas del Centro de Información sobre Enfermedades Raras y Genéticas (GARD, por sus siglas en inglés). La siguiente información ha sido proporcionada por los NIH.
Resumen
Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease characterized by the development and growth of tiny lumps of cells called granulomas. If these tiny granulomas grow and clump together in an organ, they can affect the organ’s structure and function. Over time, this can lead to permanent scarring or thickening of the organ tissue (also called fibrosis). Although the granulomas can be found in almost any part of the body, they occur most commonly in the lungs and lymph nodes. Signs and symptoms of sarcoidosis vary based on the location of the granulomas and the severity of the condition. The exact cause of sarcoidosis is poorly understood.