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Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA) - Frequently Asked Questions


Q: Which doctors treat Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA)?

A: Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA) is treated by specialists depending on the organ involved. For example, kidney disease is treated by a nephrologist, upper airway disease is treated by an otolaryngologist and lung disease is treated by a pulmonologist.

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Q: Can Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA) lead to death?

A: Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA) used to cause death in all affected patients before its treatment was known. With the current treatment, a large number of patients survive the disease. Some may be completely cured while some suffer from relapses from treatment.

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