Relapsing polychondritis: A two-case report
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Relapsing Polychondritis - RP is an autoimmune disease that damages cartilaginous tissues and organs, and leads to complications if not diagnosed and treated. However, this is a rare disease; onset symptoms can be unspecific and make it difficult for an early diagnosis. The objective of the study was to report two relapsing polychondritis cases, describe diagnostic characteristics for early diagnosis and treatment. A descriptive study design was applied in two patients with relapsing polychondritis admitted to Hanoi Medical University Hospital. Both patients had onset symptoms as auricles and nose inflammation and were not diagnosed before admission. Other symptoms included fever, arthritis and patients were admitted to the hospital. They were diagnosed based on McAdam 1976 criteria and had good treatment responses. In conclusion, early diagnosis and treatment in relapsing polychondritis with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant medicine is important to prevent complications.
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Autoimmune diseases, relapsing polychondritis.
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