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sarcoidosis

American  
[sahr-koi-doh-sis] / ˌsɑr kɔɪˈdoʊ sɪs /

noun

Pathology.
  1. a disease of unknown cause, characterized by granulomatous tubercles of the skin, lymph nodes, lungs, eyes, and other structures.


Etymology

Origin of sarcoidosis

From New Latin, dating back to 1935–40; see origin at sarcoid, -osis

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The 50-year-old rapper, whose real name is Anthony Henderson, has for several years battled sarcoidosis, a rare autoimmune disease that can cause respiratory problems if it reaches the lungs.

From New York Times Oct. 3, 2023

Krayzie Bone revealed in 2016 that he was battling sarcoidosis.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 25, 2023

Ms Doyle said her father developed a rare condition, cardiac sarcoidosis, had a heart attack at the age of 48, and lived with heart disease until he died aged 67.

From BBC Oct. 3, 2022

The risk of developing Sjögren’s syndrome, systemic sclerosis, and sarcoidosis were especially elevated in those with implants.

From Slate Jun. 9, 2022

The immunocompromised 69-year-old ensconces herself in her SUV for the half-hour ferry ride across Puget Sound from her home on Bainbridge Island to Seattle, where she undergoes treatment for the rare inflammatory condition sarcoidosis.

From Washington Post May 17, 2022

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