A group of disorders that occurs due to blood vessel inflammation, primarily damaging the aorta. The condition can result in blockages, narrowing of arteries or abnormally dilated arteries.
Cause(s) :
Inflammation of aorta and major arteries
May be triggered by infection
Symptoms :
Symptoms of Stage 1:
Fatigue
Muscle aches
Rapid, unintentional weight loss
Joint pain
Feverishness
Symptoms of stage 2: When inflammation causes narrowing of arteries, resulting in lack of blood, oxygen and nutrient supply to organs and tissues.
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