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Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis refers to the abnormal growth of nodules of inflamed tissues, most commonly in the lungs or nervous system.
10 Dec 2004
Amyloidosis
Amyloidosis refers to a group of diseases in which insoluble protein is abnormally deposited in tissues and organs, changing their structure and function.
09 Dec 2004
Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN)
Polyarteritis nodosa is a condition which affects the small and medium blood vessels that supply the liver, muscles, heart and/or intestines.
22 Nov 2004
Marfan syndrome
Marfan syndrome is a genetic connective tissue disorder which affects eye, bone and heart tissue. It is associated with scoliosis.
22 Nov 2004
Lyme disease
Lyme disease is an immune reaction to a bacteria transmitted by ticks. It causes rash, arthritis and heart and neurological problems.
19 Nov 2004
Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)
Foetal alcohol syndrome or spectrum disorder is a childhood condition of delayed development. It is caused by mothers drinking alcohol while pregnant.
29 Sep 2004
Polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis (temporal arteritis)
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) and giant cell arteritis (GCA) are inflammatory conditions which cause pain. In up to 50% of cases, the diseases are comorbid.
27 Sep 2004
Arrhythmia
Arrhythmia or irregular heart beat includes tachyarrhythmia, where the heart beats faster, and bradyarrhythmias, where the heart beats slower than normal.
15 Sep 2004
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA; sleep apnoea)
Obstructive sleep apnoea is characterised by interrupted breathing during sleep. It is associated with obesity, alcohol consumption and smoking.
22 Jul 2004
