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Sarcoidosis-how to cure it and is only steroids the only cure ? if steroids making condition worse of sarcoidosis patient in the long run , what to do?
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Specialist : Thera are other immune system modulating drugs other than steroids to treat sarcoidosis, but you need to be under the care of a specialist who can choose the appropriate medication for how the sarcoidosis is manifesting itself in your case. Sarcoidosis can effect almost any organ system in your body so seek out the appropriate socialist in your case.
Answered 3/1/2013
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