Rheumatic vasculitis is a group of systemic diseases of an autoimmune nature, characterized by inflammation of the walls of blood vessels and systemic damage to small arteries, veins and capillaries, manifested by pain, swelling and the formation of ulcers in areas of active inflammation, as well as local or widespread necrosis of the skin and underlying tissue. It is a serious illness and requires immediate medical attention. In this article we will look at the causes, symptoms, methods of diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic vasculitis.
Causes of the disease The main reasons for the development of vasculitis are infectious diseases, chronic metabolic processes, heredity, overwork, nervous strain, etc. Depending on the cause, vasculitis can occur both acutely and chronically. Symptoms Like any inflammatory disease, vasculitis is accompanied by local symptoms:
1. Pain: pain in the heart, head, abdomen, muscles and joints. 2. O