Eosinophilic granuloma?
Does any one else have this disease? How are you treating it? How long have you had it? Are you living a normal life now?
Just curious I was diagnosed 9 years ago and am doing well.
I just wanted to know if I should still worry and if so what should I be looking for in my health.
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I haven't had it, but here are some treatments - see links below. (
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histiocytosis eosinophilic granuloma langerhans signs of it returning?
i am aware that many people will not know what this is but i had it when i was younger if anyone is a doctor or knows somebody that had it even they had it and know the answer to my question would be great. my knees have been hurting for no reason and my wrist and ankle have been getting sharp pains every now and then any information is appreciated. im already planing on going to the doctor. thanks
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You do not give your age at diagnosis or your age now. You don’t mention if you had chronic conditions due to this or not. This is a rare disease that does not often occur in adults. The extent and treatment varies widely, so there really is no way to answer you. If you were a child when diagnosed you are at an increased risk of developing cancer in the future. (
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I have been in remission from eosinophilic granuloma for 9 years.Is it safe to have children?
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what is uncerative eosinophilic granuloma?
I was diagnosed with this-it is a large ulcer like lesion, painful, on the bottom of my tongue
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Here is a case report from -http://www.acta-cytol.com/toc/auto_abstract.php?id=10586
Ulcerative eosinophilic granuloma of the tongue is a clinically distinctive entity characterized by a solitary ulcer in the oral cavity, without systemic manifestations, that heals spontaneously. Since this lesion is rare and may be mistaken for histiocytosis X, cancerous lesions and microbial infection, we report on a case diagnosed by cytology that avoided unnecessary, excessive treatment. A 12-year-old male had a lesion on his tongue for about two weeks. It was painless, without fever or other systemic symptoms, but interfered with eating and talking. There was no history of trauma, allergy or skin rash. On physical examination the patient was normally developed and nourished and was not in acute distress. On the middle dorsal surface of the tongue there was a 2.5-cm, round, ulcerated, rubbery lesion. The lesion had greyish, elevated margins and a reddish, nonhemorrhagic base covered with a yellowish exudate. Palpation revealed that the lesion was nontender and was confined to the superficial layer. No other lesion was observed in the oral cavity. The cervical lymph nodes were not palpable. With clinical diagnosis of an infection (candidiasis versus herpesvirus), the patient was sent to us for a cytologic examination. A direct scrape of the lesion was performed.
Hope it helps.
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Multi-focal Eosinophilic Granuloma?
I have been diagnosed with Multi-focal E.G. since 1980. I have never really been given a full explanation of what causes it and what exactly it is. So far it has affected my lungs, gums, brain covering, and facial bones.
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it's easier for you to just follow the link and read it than me copying and pasting it here.
Good luck.
http://www.histio.org/site/c.kiKTL4PQLvF/b.1763811/k.8B13/LCH_in_Adults.htm (
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Who can shed some light for me about Eosinophilic Esophaghitis?
I was just diagnosed with Eosinophilic Esophaghitis. My doc says there's not much that can be done, except dietary changes. I'm also having an experience occasionally when I am eating and my nose will suddenly run. I wondered if the two are related. I'm also hoping someone has some good information about EE that they can share? Thanks!
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Dietary Therapy
Eosinophilic esophagitis may be caused by a food allergy, and many patients can be treated successfully by diet modification. Physicians may perform a skin test or prescribe an elimination diet to test for allergies. In the latter, foods that are common allergens are eliminated from the diet, including dairy, eggs, wheat, soy, nuts, and fish. Foods are then gradually added back to the diet, watching for reactions. More strict forms of dietary therapy, such as an elemental diet (removing all proteins and using a feeding tube), are available. Dietary therapy seems to be most successful in children.
Medications
Steroids lessen the inflammation and inhibit the buildup of white blood cells in the esophagus. Topical steroids (fluticasone, budesonide) are swallowed and coat the esophagus. Fluticasone has been the most studied topical steroid, and it was originally evaluated at Mayo Clinic. A budesonide gel preparation was developed at Mayo Clinic specifically for EE. Several lab trials have shown the effectiveness of this topical steroid, with 95 percent of patients responding, and remission of symptoms in 75 percent of patients over four to six weeks. This type of medication is thought to have little effect on other body systems. Long-term, topical steroids used in this manner may cause toxicity, although this has not been seen in EE. A significant side effect of topical steroids is oral candidiasis (yeast infection of the mouth), which can be minimized by rinsing the mouth with water after taking the medication. Symptoms of EE frequently return after topical steroid therapy is discontinued. Adults can usually be treated more successfully with medications than with dietary therapy. Regular follow-up with endoscopies is recommended for many patients. (
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How do I get rid of a granuloma on a nose piercing?
I got my nose pierced and a granuloma formed, and I have no idea how to get rid of it.
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You might have a condition called a "keloid". It is an exaggerated scar from skin piercing, seen often in patients of african descent, but can occur in any race. I suggest you refrain from body piercings and tattoos, and go to a dermatologist... Good luck!
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What is my chance with calcified granuloma?
The heart doctor found calcified granuloma in my left lung at the base of it and in the lingula. What is it and is it harmful to me? I don't know what it is or where I got it.
Will it cause me to have trouble breathing and so forth?
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From all the reading and case histories I can find most of them are harmless. Make sure you continue to question your doctors in addition to any information found here.
"A granuloma is a medical condition characterized by a noncancerous inflammation in the tissue. Typically, a granuloma encompasses only a small part of the tissue. For the most part, a person with a granuloma does not experience any signs or symptoms. In fact, most granulomas are found through an x-ray that is performed for unrelated reasons. When found during an x-ray examination, the granuloma is often mistaken for cancer.
The majority of granulomas are the result of an injury to the tissue, particularly as the result of infection. In some cases, a granuloma may occur in the lungs as well. In fact, the most common cause of granuloma is a fungal infection in the lungs, which is called histoplasmosis. Other conditions associated with a granuloma formation include berylliosis, syphilis, sarcoidosis, Crohn’s disease, tuberculosis, Churg-Strauss syndrome, and Wegener’s granulomatosis.
The granuloma that forms as the result of these conditions is generally a calcified granuloma. This type of granuloma contains deposits of calcium and usually takes time to develop. Therefore, most granulomas have been present in the body for a very long time before they are identified." (
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What causes an Anal Fissure and Anal Granuloma and What is the best treatment?
What could cause an Anal Fissure and Granuloma being present at the same time, and what is the best treatment?
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go here for that: http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/tc/Anal-Fissure-Topic-Overview (
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Is it possible to have Granuloma Annulare in the pubic region?
Is it possible to have Granuloma Annulare bumps appear in the pubic region in a person with a history of the condition?
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Although the disorder prefers the skin over a joint area, yes, it can (and does) occur anywhere. (
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