Definition:
Relapsing Polychondritis is a rare and chronic condition where the cartilage of different tissues become inflamed. Part of the body affect may include the ears, the nose, windpipe, spine and joints. Because the heat, eyes and blood vessels have similar make-ups, these can also be affected.
Diagnosis:
There is no specific test to check relapsing polychondritis, but blood tests can be used to check for the sources of inflammations. Doctors will also test for other related diseases.
Treatment:
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are usually prescribed to treat the inflammations like ibuprofen and naproxen. Steroid, however, are usually required especially when breathing becomes hard.
Symptoms and Signs:
Relapsing Polychondritis is a rare and chronic condition where the cartilage of different tissues become inflamed. Part of the body affect may include the ears, the nose, windpipe, spine and joints. Because the heat, eyes and blood vessels have similar make-ups, these can also be affected.
Causes:
The cause of this disorder is unknown, however it is believed to an autoimmune or an immune system disorder.
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