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5 Facts you should know about
Systemic vasculitis
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Vasculitis refers to a heterogeneous group of disorders in which there is inflammation and damage in blood vessel walls, leading to tissue necrosis
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These are relatively uncommon disorders, with a reported annual incidence of 40 to 54 cases per 1 million persons
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Patients usually present with systemic symptoms with single or multiorgan dysfunction
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Common complaints include fatigue, weakness, fever, joint pains, abdominal pain, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and neurologic dysfunction
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The incidence appears to be affected by geography, age, and seasonal challenges
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