Sarcoidosis
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Sarcoidosis Symptoms
Common symptoms of sarcoidosis include:
Cough
Shortness of breath
:
Worsens during exertion
Lymph node swelling
Rash
Symptoms of erythema nodosum
:
Red, swollen
skin lumps
Eye redness
Eye tearing
Additional symptoms of sarcoidosis include:
Joint pains
(multiple joints)
Joint swelling
Fatigue
Fever
Excessive sweating
:
Night sweats
Anorexia
Unintentional weight loss
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Last Updated: Jul 8, 2009
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Cox CE, Davis-Allen A, Judson MA. Sarcoidosis. Med Clin North Am. 2005 Jul;89(4):817-28.
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