http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/sarcoidosis/ Latest NetWellness content for Sarcoidosis en-us Copyright 2007 NetWellness.org Wed, 16 May 2012 03:12:08 PST http://www.netwellness.org/images/logo/nwlogosmall.gif http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/sarcoidosis/ <b>Question</b>: Miy daughter has had sarcoidosis, also in the nerves, maybe even in the brain. Now she has got diabetes mellitus. Is it possible there is a link between sarcoidosis and diabetes mellitus, and so yes, what can you tell me about this link? <p> </p> <p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam- It is uncommon for sarcoidosis to cause diabetes mellitus; however, drugs commonly used to treat sarcoidosis can increase the risk of diabetes. &nbsp;In particular, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone) commonly increases blood glucose levels and can promote diabetes. Very rarely, . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83739.htm Elliott Crouser MD Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:12:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83739.htm <b>Question</b>: As a person with Sarcoidosis for many years it is so frustrating dealing with Physicians who are lacking in their knowledge of the condition. I had a spinal fluid test and no Sarcoidosis was found. However, I am suffering from Seizures that are difficult to diagnosis and locate a cause. At the prese . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam- Sarcoidosis can involve the central nervous system (a.k.a., neurosarcoidosis), and is a known cause of seizures.<br />&nbsp;<br />Most cases of neurosarcoidosis associated with seizures are associated with abnormalities discovered while imaging the brain. <br /><br />MRI scanning is . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83702.htm Elliott Crouser MD Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:11:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83702.htm <b>Question</b>: I have two sons who were diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease 7 years ago at the same time, last year one of them had a cardiac arrythmia with heart muscle damage and scar tissue resulting in an ICD being implanted, they didnt know what caused this, now my other son is having liver issues and t . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam- The incidence of sarcoidosis involving the intestines is rather low. However, this is possible. Indeed, coexisting sarcoidosis and Crohn's disease have been reported, but this combination is very rare. <br /><br />Nonetheless, it makes sense to at least consider the possibility of co . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83480.htm Elliott Crouser MD Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:10:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83480.htm <b>Question</b>: I had sarcoidosis many years ago and have never had a problem since. Am I still considered to have sarcoidosis? I usually don`t include it on my medical information when I go to the doctor`s. Is it always in your system or does it go away for good? Thank you. <p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam- Sarcoidosis is a disease that greatly varies in severity from one individual to the next. Like you, some patients have self-limited disease and do not require ongoing treatment. <br /><br />However, others have chronically active disease or disease that periodically reactivates. Occa . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83412.htm Elliott Crouser MD Thu, 29 Sep 2011 14:09:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83412.htm <b>Question</b>: I have had Stage IV Sarcoidosis since 1994. But all my Pulmonary Function Tests are within normal range. The report reads &quot;Normal spirometry, a decrease in residual volume.&quot; In 1994 it was determined I had Sarcoidosis by biospy, ACE Levels, etc. I have per CT Thorax W/O Contrast &quot;Exte . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Madam- Keep in mind that the range of "normal" for pulmonary function tests is based upon rather large population studies. If you happened to have larger than average lung capacity prior to the onset of your lung disease, say 120% of predicted "normal" values, and now have 80% of predicted "nor . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83381.htm Elliott Crouser MD Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:09:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83381.htm <b>Question</b>: My brother had sarcoidosis 25 years ago. He has had reoccurances a few times, but always in the lung. Now he basically has every symptom of neurosarcoidosis based on what I have read (excessive fatigue, tremors, hand stiffness, skin rashes, arthritis, night sweats, instability on his walking and a c . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam- Establishing the diagnosis of neurosarcoidosis can be very challenging. It would be unusual for the disease to become active in the brain without signs of activation in the lung, as was the case in the past. A MRI would typically show some abnormalities if his symptoms were related t . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83052.htm Elliott Crouser MD Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:07:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83052.htm <b>Question</b>: I have sarcoid and have little red nodules in my arms in the spots where you would normaly have blood drawn. It`s the only skin issue I have. Is it ok to have plastic surgery such as face lift or chemical peels, etc. <p><b>Answer</b>: Thank you for visiting NetWellness. This question would be better answered in the <a href="http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/skincare/">Skin Care and Diseases</a> topic. Please look in that topic for an answer to your question. <p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83044.htm Elliott Crouser MD Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:07:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/83044.htm <b>Question</b>: I am 63 years of age and until I suffered a stroke a year ago, I believed I was in good health. I have never smoked, only drink occasionally and in moderation and have not/ do not have high blood pressure. With physiotherapy, I made good progress in recovering from my stroke, which had affected bala . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam, Sarcoidosis involving the central nervous system, also known as "neurosarcoidosis", is often difficult to diagnose and can be confused with other diseases of the brain. For instance, neurosarcoidosis can mimic brain tumors, stroke, or multiple sclerosis. While it is possible that sar . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/82869.htm Elliott Crouser MD Fri, 17 Jun 2011 16:06:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/82869.htm <b>Question</b>: I have active sarcoidosis. My vitamin D level is at 7. My primary doctor has recommended vitamin D because I have also been diagnosed with spinal osteoporosis. My Pulmonologist has warned me against vitamin D, what should I do?<p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam- This is an excellent question, and one that needs some explanation. It is not uncommon for sarcoidosis patients to present with elevated calcium levels relating to activation of vitamin D. <br /><br />The inactive form of vitamin D (25-OH vit D) is converted to the active form (1,25- . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/82850.htm Elliott Crouser MD Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:06:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/82850.htm <b>Question</b>: Can Sarcoid change the eye color of a female? <p><b>Answer</b>: Dear Sir/Madam- Sarcoidosis can cause inflammation in almost any part of the eye, including the nerves sending signals to and from the eye (optic neuritis), the back of the eye (posterior uveitis), the front of the eye (anterior uveitis) and the outer protective membrane of the eye (conjunctivitis). . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elliott Crouser MD, Sarcoidosis http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/82700.htm Elliott Crouser MD Sat, 21 May 2011 18:05:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/82700.htm