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Necrotizing vasculitis is an inflammatory condition of blood vessels characterized by tissue death, scarring, and proliferation of the walls of the blood vessels, which may result in blockage of the vessel.
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Symptoms
Fingers that change color (blue fingers or toes; Joint pain; Abdominal pain; Pain, numbness, tingling in an arm, leg, o...
Causes
Necrotizing vasculitis may occur in rheumatoid arthritis and is commonly seen with systemic lupus erythematosus, polyar...
Tests
The doctor will perform a physical exam. A neurological examination may show signs of nerve damage. Tests that may be d...
Treatments
Corticosteroids (given in low doses) or other drugs that suppress the immune system may reduce inflammation of the bloo...
Complications
Permanent damage to the structure or function of the affected area; Secondary infections of necrotic tissues.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms of necrotizing vasculitis develop. Emergency symptoms include weakness, swal...
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