Systemic Vasculitis and Other Autoimmune Inflammatory Rheumatic Conditions
Systemic vasculitis and other autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic conditions are characterised by inflammation that can affect multiple organs and tissues throughout the body. Each condition presents differently, depending on the organs and body systems involved.
Systemic Vasculitis
A group of autoimmune conditions that cause inflammation of blood vessels, potentially affecting the skin, joints and internal organs.
Behçet’s Disease
A chronic inflammatory condition that causes recurrent mouth and genital ulcers, eye inflammation and, in some cases, blood vessel swelling throughout the body.
Sarcoidosis
An inflammatory condition in which clusters of immune cells, known as granulomas, develop in organs such as the lungs, lymph nodes, skin and eyes.
IgG4-related Disease
An immune-mediated condition that causes inflammation and enlargement of affected organs, often involving the pancreas, salivary glands, kidneys or other tissues.
Adult Onset Still’s Disease
A rare inflammatory condition characterised by recurring high fevers, joint pain and a distinctive salmon-coloured rash, which may also affect other organs.
