87 Businesses Across Two Countries Displayed a Purple Light for Sarcoidosis Awareness Last Month

Sarcoidosis Sarcoidosis is a rare inflammatory condition that causes granulomas to buildup within the organs. These can cause permanent organ damage. While the condition can affect various organs, and presents…

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Pulmonary Hypertension Drugs are Effective for Some Sarcoidosis Patients, Study Says
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Pulmonary Hypertension Drugs are Effective for Some Sarcoidosis Patients, Study Says

According to a story from Pulmonary Hypertension News, many patients with the rare disease sarcoidosis frequently experience lung complications. Included in these complications is pulmonary hypertension, a condition of elevated…

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Scientists Hopeful About Potential Sarcoidosis Treatment
For most people, sarcoidosis is not fatal, but beware of pulmonary hypertension

Scientists Hopeful About Potential Sarcoidosis Treatment

According to the Shillong Times, a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has reported intriguing results when treating sarcoidosis with an already-approved rheumatoid arthritis medication. What is…

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Risk of Heart Failure in Older Women Can be Reduced With Exercise, Study Says
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Risk of Heart Failure in Older Women Can be Reduced With Exercise, Study Says

According to a story from Reuters, a recent study found that mild exercise, such as walking, can significantly reduce the risk of heart failure in older, postmenopausal women. This large…

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A Study Highlights the Benefit of a New Treatment for COPD. Could it Work in Rare Lung Diseases as Well?
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A Study Highlights the Benefit of a New Treatment for COPD. Could it Work in Rare Lung Diseases as Well?

According to a story from bioportfolio.com, a recent study has demonstrated the effectiveness of Trelegy Ellipta, a unique three component combination treatment, in reducing the effects of chronic obstructive pulmonary…

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Could Acne Cause Sarcoidosis?
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Could Acne Cause Sarcoidosis?

According to sarcoidosisnews.com, acne causing bacteria may be the culprit in sarcoidosis, an inflammatory disease that affects the lungs and lymph nodes. Sarcoidosis can cause flu-like symptoms, weight loss, coughing…

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Sarcoidosis Might Have an Surprising Ally in This Notorious Substance

Researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center are curious about how nicotine may effect patients battling sarcoidosis. Sarcoidosis effects everyone differently. It occurs from excess granulomas, often resulting in…

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