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Microscopic Polyangiitis

What is Microscopic Polyangiitis?

Microscopic Polyangiitis is a rare autoimmune disease. This disease can affect many of the body's organ systems including (but not limited to) the kidneys, nervous system (particularly the peripheral nerves, as opposed to the brain or spinal cord), skin, and lungs

 

Microscopic Polyangiitis is a rare autoimmune disease. This disease can affect many of the body's organ systems including (but not limited to) the kidneys, nervous system (particularly the peripheral nerves, as opposed to the brain or spinal cord), skin, and lungs
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The cause of MPA is unknown. The immune system is thought to play a critical role in the development of MPA. It is thought that the immune system becomes overactive and causes blood vessel and tissue inflammation, which leads to organ damage. It is not known what causes the immune system to become overactive.
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MPA is treated with medications that suppress the immune system, which can lower an individual's resistance to infections. There are a variety of immune suppressing medications that are used in MPA; however, resources state that a steroid (usually prednisone) and a medication toxic to cells (usually starting with cyclophosphamide) are typically prescribed first. The goal of treatment is to stop all of the organ damage that occurs as a result of MPA
The prognosis for MPA depends on the severity of the condition. The best prognosis is made when treatment has been promptly initiated and is carefully monitored by a physician who is knowledgeable about MPA. With treatment, 75 percent of individuals achieve complete remission. After achieving remission, it is possible for MPA to recur (often referred to as a “relapse”). Relapses occur in about 50% of people with MPA. Achieving remission is again possible for most people with MPA
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See Disorder Resources section for news link on FDA approved treatment. Created by RareshareTeam
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Halfway point Created by Tlp708
Last updated 25 Nov 2015, 08:58 PM

Posted by joefrancis
25 Nov 2015, 08:58 PM

Hello, I'm Joe, I was diagnosed March 2011 and life has not been the same since.If anyone would like to chat or discuss here I'm up for it. My email is joefranciscowboy@yahoo.ca Have a great day!

Posted by Tlp708
28 Jun 2013, 07:18 PM

I am halfway through treatment for MPA diagnosed in March. All is going well and I'm hopeful for remission that lasts in a few months. I see that there is one other person in this community...would welcome your comments if you want to post something.

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FDA approves first treatment for children with rare diseases that cause inflammation of small blood vessels 09/29/2019
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Having read what I wrote here while confined to my hospital room on day three of my current stint for very low hematocrit values (<2.5) (July 2021)
I realize how atrocious what I had...

Having read what I wrote here while confined to my hospital room on day three of my current stint for very low hematocrit values (<2.5) (July 2021)
I realize how atrocious what I had...

Hello, I am not sure if my disease is on your list or not but I am interested in your organization. I have microscopic polyangitis. A form of Vasculitis.

 

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I have a rare vascular disease, Microscopic Polyangiitis. I was diagnosed in 2011 through a kidney biopsy. I have been having bad headaches and have not been able to work in the past three weeks. I...
I'll let you know when I know.

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