Takayasu arteritis (TA) is a perplexing large vessel vasculitis that had been recognised for more than 200 years but continues to be a big therapeutic challenge for the physicians. It is a rare type of vasculitis, that causes vessel inflammation. In refractory Takayasu arteritis, the inflammation damages the large artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of…
Introduction It is an inherited disease which is autosomal recessive. It damages the nervous system which is progressive. Initially it disturbs the gait coordination. It then leads to scoliosis,various heart disease and diabetes. It really does not affect the person’s cognitive function. The disease occurs slowly and becomes progressive. It sometimes leads to immobility. This happens due to genetic mutation…
Goodpasture Syndrome is a rare disorder but considered as a serious disorder that affects lungs as well as kidneys. It occurs when immune system of the person mistakenly produces antibodies against collagen (protein that helps to form the connective tissue) in the kidneys and lungs. It mostly affects young men. It can affect the people in the age group of…
Abstract The liver is the largest internal and most metabolically complex organ in human beings. It performs numerous and different chemical functions including fighting off infection, neutralizing toxins, manufacturing proteins and hormones, controlling blood sugar and clotting of blood. Liver problems can prevent the liver from performing its vital functions normally. Some common liver problems include infection due to viruses…