Patient's question:
I have been experiencing dizziness recently, and I can't eat properly either. My mental state isn't great either. The hospital examination said it's a blood-related issue. Could you please tell me about the diagnosis of polyarteritis nodosa?Doctor's answer:
Nodular polyarteritis affects a wide range of areas, presents with complex clinical manifestations, and is difficult to diagnose early. Timely treatment often impacts prognosis, making early diagnosis and treatment crucial. If persistent fever, weight loss, and multi-organ damage occur, suspicion of the disease should arise when other conditions are ruled out. Examination of the skin, peripheral nerves, and kidneys is beneficial for diagnosis. If acute or chronic polyneuritis, hypertension, and skin damage recur, they may be early manifestations of this disease.