Tag: immunosuppressive therapy

  • Optic Neuromyelitis

    Optic Neuromyelitis: Definition and Description of Optic Neuromyelitis: Optic neuromyelitis, also known as neuromyelitis optica (NMO), is an autoimmune inflammatory demyelinating disorder primarily affecting the optic nerves and spinal cord. Characterized by significant damage to myelin, the protective layer surrounding nerve fibers, this condition can lead to severe neurological symptoms. Patients may experience sudden vision…

  • Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia

    Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia: Definition and Description of Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia: Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia (MAHA) is a type of anemia characterized by the destruction of red blood cells due to small vessel disease. The condition typically occurs when red blood cells are fragmented while passing through narrow or obstructed blood vessels. This can lead to a…

  • GVHD

    GVHD Definition and Description of GVHD Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a medical condition that occurs when donor immune cells attack the recipient’s body following a transplant procedure, particularly after a stem cell or bone marrow transplant. The donor cells recognize the recipient’s tissues as foreign, leading to an immune response. There are two main types…

  • Halushi-Behcet’s Syndrome

    Halushi-Behcet’s Syndrome Halushi-Behcet’s Syndrome Definition and Description of Halushi-Behcet’s Syndrome Halushi-Behcet’s Syndrome is a complex and rare autoimmune disorder characterized by chronic inflammation, leading to a variety of symptoms. This syndrome can affect many parts of the body, including the skin, eyes, joints, and blood vessels. It is often associated with Behcet’s Disease, a condition…

  • Graft versus Host Disease

    Graft versus Host Disease Definition and Description of Graft versus Host Disease Graft versus Host Disease (GVHD) is a medical condition that occurs when donor immune cells attack the recipient’s body following a transplant, such as a stem cell or organ transplant. This reaction typically occurs when the transplanted cells, known as graft, identify the…