Listening to our bodies sounds simple, almost obvious. It’s the kind of advice we hear all the time: “Just listen to your body!” But for those of us living with ANCA-associated vasculitis, it’s not always that straightforward. In fact, sometimes it’s one of the hardest things we can do.
Among people with ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV) and interstitial lung disease (ILD), severe lung scarring and poorer lung function at the time of ILD diagnosis are tied to a higher risk of lung disease progression, respiratory failure, and death, a European study shows. ILD is a condition marked by inflammation and progressive…
In people with ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV), infections were associated with higher odds of relapse and cardiovascular events, as well as a higher risk of death over time, according to a study in France. Data also showed that testing positive for self-reactive antibodies against the proteinase 3 (PR3) protein was…
Becoming educated and informed about ANCA vasculitis is a good first step. Here you’ll find general information such as the diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
It helps to know others have been where you are now. Here’s a collection of our columnists’ words of wisdom to help you along on your ANCA vasculitis journey.
There is no cure for ANCA vasculitis yet, but here you can find more information about current approved treatments, as well as experimental treatments that are in the pipeline.
Get regular updates to your inbox.
