Polyarteritis Nodosa

Overview

Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN) is a systemic necrotizing vasculitis that typically affects medium-sized and small arteries. It usually presents with systemic symptoms and may involve the kidneys, skin, joints, muscles, nerves, and gastrointestinal tract, mostly in adults.

Symptoms

• Fever
• Muscle pain
• Subcutaneous nodules
• Hypertension
• Abdominal pain

Treatment

Treatment is mainly corticosteroids combined with immunosuppressants to control disease activity and prevent complications.

Dietary advice

A low-salt, light diet with quality protein and vitamins, and blood pressure control.