Vasculitis: Vasculitis is an inflammation of the blood vessel system, which includes the veins, arteries, and capillaries. Vasculitis may affect blood vessels ... more about Vasculitis.
Vasculitis: Inflammation of a blood or lymph vessel. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Vasculitis is available below.
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Prognosis for Vasculitis: The prognosis for individuals with vasculitis varies depending on the severity of the disorder. Mild cases of vasculitis are generally not life-threatening, while severe cases (involving major organ systems) may be permanently disabling or fatal. (Source: excerpt from NINDS Vasculitis including Temporal Arteritis Information Page: NINDS)
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Vasculitis is an inflammation of the blood vessel system, which includes the veins, arteries, and capillaries. Vasculitis may affect blood vessels of any type, size, or location, and therefore can cause dysfunction in any organ system, including the central and peripheral nervous systems. (Source: excerpt from NINDS Vasculitis including Temporal Arteritis Information Page: NINDS)
Inflammation of a blood vessel. - (Source - Diseases Database)
Inflammation of a blood vessel - (Source - WordNet 2.1)
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