Bacillary Angiomatosis causing Enlarged Lymph Nodes

Bacillary Angiomatosis causing Enlarged Lymph Nodes

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Cancer & Benign Tumors
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Contributed byLester Fahrner, MD+1 moreJun 15, 2021

The topic Bacillary Angiomatosis causing Enlarged Lymph Nodes you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Bacillary Angiomatosis Lymphadenopathy.

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  • Bacillary Angiomatosis Lymphadenopathy is the inflammation and enlargement of lymph nodes due to underlying Bacillary Angiomatosis, which is caused by a bacteria
  • Bacillary Angiomatosis is a benign vascular tumor caused by infection with bacteria, namely Bartonella henselea or Bartonella quintana
  • An angiomatosis is a benign growth of small blood vessels involving multiple soft tissue types, organs, muscles, and bones. They are known to appear or spread across a large section of the body
  • Bacillary Angiomatosis Lymphadenopathy is more common in immunocompromised individuals, such as AIDS-affected individuals. Bacillary Angiomatosis can cause a variety of health concerns, depending on the tumor location and size
  • The condition is managed by treating the underlying immunosuppression and using antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection. The prognosis of Bacillary Angiomatosis Lymphadenopathy generally depends upon the severity of underlying signs and symptoms due to Bacillary Angiomatosis infection
  • With appropriate treatment, the prognosis for underlying Bacillary Angiomatosis can be excellent; though, it is also dependent upon the underlying cause of poor immune system

Please find comprehensive information on Bacillary Angiomatosis Lymphadenopathy regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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