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Best hospitals and doctors for sarcoidosis treatment abroad

Leading hospitals

Cost for treatment

Diagnosis of sarcoidosis
5093.68
Diagnosis and conservative treatment of sarcoidosis
6794.49
Pulmonary rehabilitation
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The Samitivej Hospital Bangkok is a leading provider of medical services of the international level. The hospital has its campuses in various regions of Bangkok. The Samitivej Sukhuvmit Hospital has the status of the main and most respected medical facility. The accreditation of the Joint Commission International (JCI) is the ev
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Clinic Limberger
Clinic Limberger
Overall rating10 / 10
According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the Clinic Limberger ranks among the top German medical facilities for orthopedic rehabilitation! The clinic specializes in orthopedics and obesity treatment. The main value of the medical team at the clinic is the patient's health, while the priority task is to ensure the best re
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The Asklepios Hospital Barmbek Hamburg is an academic hospital of the University of Hamburg. The hospital was opened in 2005, and today it is one of the best and most modern medical centers in Europe. The priority areas of specialization of the medical facility are emergency medical care and comprehensive treatment of cancer, ur
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Bogenhausen Munich ranks among the ten best medical centers in Bavaria and among the top 50 medical facilities in Germany! The medical facility is the Academic Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. The modern hospital with the highest level of services annuall
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the Hospital Harlaching Munich ranks among the top 20 medical centers in Bavaria, and is also one of the 100 best hospitals in Germany! The medical complex provides top-class medical care, which meets modern European standards. The medical facility is an Academic Hospital of the Ludwi
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According to the Focus magazine, the Brothers of Mercy Hospital Munich ranks among the top German hospitals in the Federal State of Bavaria! The hospital is a modern medical facility with the highest level of medical care and long traditions. The hospital operates on the basis of the Technical University of Munich and the German
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Sana Hospital Duisburg
Sana Hospital Duisburg
Overall rating9.1 / 10
The Sana Hospital Duisburg is a maximum care medical center with 678 beds and 17 specialized departments. With the very latest innovations and high quality patient care, the clinic works for the benefit of a person and their health. The hospital ranks among the leading clinics in the region. In 2013, the hospital
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The Catholic Clinic Koblenz-Montabaur is a modern medical facility with an excellent reputation in Germany and abroad. The medical center is an academic clinic of the University Hospital Mainz, which gives patients the opportunity to take advantage of scientific advances and innovative treatments. The clinic has the widest possi
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Specialized Pulmonary Clinic Asklepios Munich-Gauting ranks among the top German medical facilities specializing in lung cancer treatment! The clinic has earned the status of one of the leading medical centers in Europe in the area of its specialization. It is part of the Ludwig Max
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St. Anna Hospital Herne
St. Anna Hospital Herne
Overall rating9.5 / 10
According to the famous Focus magazine, the St. Anna Hospital Herne ranks among the best medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital first opened its doors to patients on September 27, 1901, and therefore it is rightfully proud of its long history and successful treatment results. Initially, the hospital had only
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The St. Joseph Hospital Haan has a long history of providing top-class medical services and tender care for patients in accordance with Catholic principles. The priority clinical focuses include cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, oncology, endocrinology, general and abdominal surgery, endocrine surgery, hernia repair sur
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According to the prestigious German Focus magazine, the ATOS Orthoparc Clinic Cologne is one of the best medical facilities in Germany in the field of knee, hip, and shoulder surgery, as well as in the field of foot surgery and spinal surgery! The clinic specializes in conservative and surgical treatment of musculoskeletal patho
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The St. Remigius Hospital Opladen Leverkusen provides medical services in accordance with the highest standards. It is part of the Kplus Group, which unites more than twenty medical facilities. All hospitals of the group are not only distinguished by high-quality healthcare services, but also adhere to the Christian beliefs. The
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Luisenhospital Aachen
Luisenhospital Aachen
Overall rating9.83333 / 10
The Luisenhospital Aachen is a modern health facility that offers top-class European-standard service. The medical complex is an academic hospital of RWTH Aachen University, which provides patients with access to innovations in diagnosis and treatment. The hospital first opened its doors to patients in 1967 and has been carrying
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The Medical Park Gebze Hospital is a progressive medical facility, which diagnoses and treats patients in almost all fields of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the prestigious Medical Park Hospitals Group, which unites 28 advanced medical centers in various cities of Turkey and is one of the leading providers of medical
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About the disease

Sarcoidosis is an overall inflammation of the body, but mainly affects the lungs and lymph nodes. This disease arises when granulomas, which are typically produced in response to infection, cause nodules to form in certain parts of the body, leading to inflammation of the surrounding tissue.

This disease causes joint pain and enlargement of the lymph nodes near the neck and lungs. Overall, the dynamics of sarcoidosis are individual for each patient. In some cases, the onset of the disease is sudden, while in others there may be no visible symptoms as inflammation of the inner organs progresses.

Sarcoidosis usually affects adolescents and people between 20 to 40 years of age and is significantly more symptomatic in African Americans. According to WebMD, 4 out of 10,000 people have been diagnosed with sarcoidosis in the United States of America.

Although it is believed that sarcoidosis is an autoimmune disease, the exact cause of this condition has not yet been identified and there is no definite cure. However, in most cases, sarcoidosis clears up on its own after a period of time. It is even possible for someone to have had sarcoidosis without realizing it, as it can go by without any manifestations. Should someone experience symptoms, however, these may be alleviated by certain medicines. The patient should be observed by a doctor regularly, to avoid serious damage to their respiratory function and to ensure their mobility is not diminished.

Symptoms

  • Red patches on the skin
  • Dry cough
  • Fatigue
  • Joint pain
  • Hoarseness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Red eyes
  • Enlarged lymph nodes
  • Weight Loss
  • Lack of energy

Diagnosis

  • In most cases there is no definite way to diagnose sarcoidosis. Doctors often need to rule out all other possible diseases and infections before giving a definite diagnosis.
  • During a general examination, the doctor will feel the lymph nodes to see if they are enlarged and will ask the patient to breathe deeply to determine whether the respiratory function has been affected.
  • An X-ray of the chest can determine whether the lymph nodes have been affected. In cases of sarcoidosis, the image of the chest can sometimes be cloudy.
  • A CT scan of the lungs can determine whether or not they are infected.
  • A bronchoscope is used to acquire a small sample of lung cells. This is then examined to see if it contains granulomas (a collection of inflammatory cells).

Treatment

  • Conservative treatment, such as prescribed corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory drugs, can alleviate the symptoms of joint pain and overall fatigue.
  • The patient also needs to drink plenty of water and refrain from smoking.

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Sergey Pashchenko