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Noun polyarteritis nodosa has 1 sense
- periarteritis nodosa, polyarteritis nodosa - a progressive disease of connective tissue that is characterized by nodules along arteries; nodules may block the artery and result in inadequate circulation to the particular area
--1 is a kind of disease
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Polyarteritis Nodosa
Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN) is a rare type of blood vessel inflammation that affects medium-sized arteries. It can involve multiple organs in the body, leading to various symptoms and complications.
Senses:
- Noun: A systemic necrotizing vasculitis affecting medium-sized arteries, characterized by the formation of nodules that can cause various organ damages.
- Noun: An autoimmune disease involving the inflammation and damage of medium-sized arteries, typically causing pain, fatigue, and organ dysfunction.
Sample Sentences:
- Her polyarteritis nodosa worsened, resulting in kidney damage.
- Doctors are conducting tests to confirm the diagnosis of polyarteritis nodosa.
- The persistent joint pain she experienced led to the suspicion of polyarteritis nodosa.
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