Sarcoidosis Exercise

Sarcoidosis and exercise is not out of the question.

Although many sarcoidisis sufferers are overcome with tiredness, a regular programme of exercise aimed at increasing metabolism can work wonders in defeating fatigue. As stamina and endurance is improved, work capabilities and resistance to fatigue will likewise increase.

Watch and listen to the expert’s view on sarcoidosis and exercise:

 

There you have it, sarcoidosis and exercise is recommended by the professionals.

What to do next? The following may help.

1. As with most exercise regimes, the most success will come from exercise activities that are enjoyed, such as dancing, walking and swimming. Whichever activity is chosen, start slowly and gradually improve stamina. Try to exercise for 20 minutes, three times a week, and steadily raise the physical activity level to 30 minutes, four to six times a week.

2. Always warm up before starting to exercise, stretch the muscles and get the heart pumping. When finished, gradually slow down the heart rate and re-stretch the muscles.

3. Aerobic exercises, such as walking, dancing and swimming are perfect activities to improve breathing capacity and also good for the heart. This regular cardiovascular workout will help to prevent heart disease and can greatly assist recovery from sarcoidosis. As the body becomes healthier and stronger, the symptoms of sarcoidosis become easier to manage.

4. Once the aerobic activities have improved breathing, the next step could be strength training activities, which help muscle groups to become stronger. In order to build strength, weightlifting and exercise machines will be needed, so it may be best to consult a professional trainer for expert advice.

5. It is important to stay hydrated both during and after any physical activity, be properly attired for the activity, and try not to do too much, too soon.

6. Above all, check with your doctor before beginning any exercise regime.

 

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Sarcoidosis Stages

In order to make a proper diagnosis of sarcoidosis, medical professionals will begin by taking note of any medical history, in particular any previous family history of sarcoidosis, and what professions were followed that may have increased the chances of developing sarcoidosis. A physical examination and several diagnostic tests will also be used in the assessment.

There is not one specific test for making a diagnosis of sarcoidosis, and a variety of tests will be used depending in which part of the body is being examined. Included in these tests is the chest x-ray

In a chest x-ray, an image of the heart and lungs is taken, which may indicate granulomas or enlarged lymph nodes in the chest. It is estimated that 95% of sarcoidosis sufferers have an abnormal chest x-ray, so it is a good indicator when trying to detect sarcoidosis.

A staging system for chest x-rays is the typical method used for sarcoidosis diagnosis.

Sarcoidosis Stages

• Stage 0- normal chest x-ray
• Stage 1- indicated by enlarged lymph nodes, but clear lungs
• Stage 2 - enlarged lymph nodes and shadows on the lungs
• Stage 3 - shadows on the lungs, but no enlargement of the lymph nodes
• Stage 4 – scars present in the lung tissue

Sarcoidosis Stages

 
Generally speaking, the higher the indicated stage, the worse the symptoms and lung functionality, but this is not the case for everyone. Some people may not show any symptoms or need any form of treatment, and some may actually improve to the extent that further chest x-rays will be normal.

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Sarcoidosis Rash

Sarcoidosis rash occurs as a result of an autoimmune reaction in individuals with sarcoidosis, manifesting in approximately 20 % of sufferers.

Typical symptoms of sarcoidosis can include some of the following:

• Intermittent shortness of breath
• Skin rashes
• Pain in the chest
• Eye inflammation, known as uveitis
• Fatigue
• Weight loss
• Fever or night sweats.

Characteristic initial signs of sarcoidosis , however, are shortness of breath and skin  rashes.

A sarcoidosis rash is made up of red bumps, which can develop on the face, arms, chest, shins, or buttocks. The rash normally forms in small raised red patches on the skin, although occasionally the areas can be darker in colour and larger. The rash can be itchy and take months to both develop and vanish.

Another type of skin rash that occurs with sarcoidosis is erythema nodosum.

Erythema nodosum are raised reddish and painful lumps that appear most often just below the knees, to the front of the legs. These skin lesions, ranging from one to five centimetres in size, are a type of skin inflammation of the fatty layer beneath the skin. In most instances, erythema nodosum will clear up by itself in 6 to 8 weeks, gradually decreasing in size and degree of inflammation, until they completely vanish. Although reappearances elsewhere may crop up, they will eventually disappear.

Another type of sarcoidosis skin rash is lupus pernio.

Lupus pernio is a persistent hardening of the face leading to a violet colouring of the cheeks, nose, lips and ears. Lupus pernio lesions can erode bone or cartilage, possibly leading to permanent disfigurement. This clearly may have a bearing on the self esteem of the sufferer, particularly as the lesions may develop on the face and therefore be very obvious. These lesions are considered to be the most symptomatic feature of sarcoidosis, but not every sarcoidosis patient will be affected. It is important to note that lupus pernio is totally different to lupus.

Sarcoidosis rash treatment will typically involve strong anti-inflammatory drugs, but as with many drugs, extensive and prolonged use may lead to dangerous side effects.

Alternatively, these drugs can be avoided by following an all natural sarcoidosis treatment regime.

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Sarcoidosis Lungs

Sarcoidosis lungs occur following the development of tiny, grain like cells in the lungs called granulomas. These cells grow and combine, which can severely harm the ability of the lungs to perform at their best.

The following video describes how the sarcoidosis granulomas are identified.

Lung sarcoidosis treatment varies, but the main method is to use anti-inflammatory medication, usually prednisone. Prolonged use of this type of drug can result in unwanted side effects such as diabetes, so this form of treatment may be best avoided.

Luckily, an alternative treatment for sarcoidosis of the lungs is available, in the form of the Aden Protocol, which has an impressive sarcoidosis remission success rate.

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