Polyarteritis Nodosa treatment in Puebla

Periarteritis nodosa, also known as polyarteritis nodosa, is a rare disease in which the walls of medium-sized arteries become inflamed, disrupting the flow of blood to various organs and tissues.

Common symptoms: fever, weight loss, muscle and joint aches usually occur, along with symptoms that vary depending on the organs affected, for example the skin, the nerves, or the digestive system.

Common causes: it is an inflammatory process of the defense system that damages the vessels; at times it is linked to prior infections.

Which specialist treats it? The involvement of the vessels makes an evaluation by a vascular surgeon along with specialists in inflammatory diseases appropriate. If persistent general symptoms appear with no clear cause, it is advisable to seek a detailed workup.