Pulseless Disease
Pulseless Disease Causes
The exact causes of the inflammation are unknown.
Pulseless Disease Definition
Pulseless disease, also known as Takayasu disease, is an abnormal inflammation of the aorta. The disease is common in women, especially those from Asian countries.
Pulseless Disease Diagnosis
Pulseless disease diagnosed by chest X-rays and blood serum tests that measure the blood's sedimentation rate. In severe cases, MRI is used to produce images of the damages brought about by the disease.
Pulseless Disease Symptoms and Signs
Persons with pulseless disease usually experience headaches, dizziness, chest and abdominal pain. They also experience fatigue, low-grade fever and weight loss.
Pulseless Disease Treatment
Treatment for the disease is usually done by gradually reducing the swelling by the use of cortisone injection. Stronger immunosuppressive drugs meanwhile are given to patients who are cortisone-resistant.