Takayasu S Disease, Pulseless Disease

Takayasu's Disease, Pulseless Disease

Takayasu disease (also known as pulseless disease) is a rare chronic inflammatory disease of the blood vessels that causes narrowing (stenosis) of the aorta and its main branches. This causes disruption of the blood supply to organs and tissues, which is manifested by various symptoms.

The main symptoms of Takayasu's disease:

1. Absence or weakening of the pulse in the arms and neck due to damage to the subclavian arteries.

2. Headaches, dizziness, fainting caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain.

3. Pain in the heart area associated with coronary artery stenosis.

4. Increased fatigue, weakness.

5. Arterial hypertension.

6. Visual impairment, including blindness, caused by vascular ischemia of the eyes.

7. Strokes and heart attacks due to insufficient blood flow to tissues.

The reasons for the development of Takayasu's disease are not completely clear. It is assumed that it is of an autoimmune nature. Treatment is aimed at maintaining arterial patency and preventing complications. Immunosuppressants, antihypertensive drugs, and surgical interventions are used.

Takayasu disease is a rare chronic disease that affects the aorta and its branches. The disease is difficult to diagnose and slowly progresses, but it can lead to serious consequences for a person’s life. In this article, we will look at Takayasu's disease, as well as its counterpart, pulseless disease (also called Waldenström's disease).

Takayasu's disease

This disease is a progressive occlusion of the arteries extending from the aortic arches. This disease begins to manifest itself with a feeling of heat and increased sweating