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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
0.00
The Gaziosmanpasa Hospital of Yeniyuzyil University is a private maximum care medical facility with the high standards of patient care. The hospital began its activities in 1992 and during this time has gained an excellent reputation in Turkey and in many other countries of the world.
Asan Medical Center is Korea’s largest medical institution, with 1,600 physicians and surgeons, 3,100 nurses, 2,680 beds, and 67 operating rooms, occupying more than four million square feet (about 371,600 square meters). A typical day at AMC sees 2,500 inpatients and 10,000 outpatients treated. The treatment of heart dise
The Hanyang University Medical Center was founded in 1972 and today is one of the largest and most advanced providers of medical services in Korea and around the world. The medical institution runs 9 specialized centers and 26 departments fitted out with state-of-the-art equipment. The most important component of successful trea
The Vivantes Neukölln Hospital is the maximum care hospital and one of the largest healthcare facilities in Berlin.  There are more than 20 specialized departments and centers, including pediatric departments. In total, the hospital has 1,200 beds. The hospital uses innovative technologies and the latest treatments, as
The St. Lukas Clinic Solingen provides high-quality medical services at an international level, while the humane values ​​of Catholicism are the fundamental principle of the work of the medical staff. The clinic has been successfully practicing for over 60 years, and during this time it has managed to save thousands of human liv
As a member of the Swiss Leading Hospitals, the Multispecialty Hospital Lindberg in Winterthur ranges amongst the leading medical facilities in Switzerland. With more than 100 accredited doctors of various specialties, the Lindberg Hospital offers a broad range of medical services. Focal areas of the Hospital are orthopedics inc
Pulmonary Clinic Munich
Pulmonary Clinic Munich
Overall rating9.4 / 10
The Pulmonary Clinic Munich is a highly specialized medical facility where patients with respiratory diseases receive comprehensive medical care. The clinic was founded back in 1949 by Dr. Rudolf Baumann and, since then, has undergone many renovations while maintaining high authority in Germany. Initially, the medical complex sp
University Hospital Mainz
University Hospital Mainz
Overall rating9.7 / 10
The University Hospital Mainz is one of the best maximum care medical facilities in Germany and an internationally recognized scientific center. There are more than 60 departments and institutes, which represent all fields of modern medicine. The hospital serves more than 68,000 inpatients and more than 273,000 outpatients annua
The University Hospital Freiburg is famous for its rich history and is one of the oldest and most prestigious medical facilities in Germany (one of the three best medical institutions in the country). The hospital was based on the Faculty of Medicine of the Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg, which celebrated its 550th anniver
The ViDia Hospital Karlsruhe is a modern medical facility with a rich history and traditions. The medical complex is an academic hospital of the University of Freiburg, granting patients access to advanced university medicine and the very latest therapeutic developments. The hospital first opened its doors in 1851 and, since the
The Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center is the second largest and one of the most advanced healthcare and research facilities in Israel. It began its work in 1961, but it is still popular among the local population and attracts thousands of international patients. The multidisciplinary medical center covers an area of ​​150,000 m&s
The Primus Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi is a modern medical facility, which is distinguished by extremely high quality and standards of medical service. The hospital is located in the heart of New Delhi, in the capital of India. During its design and construction, the most advanced medical technologies from around the wor
The Martha-Maria Hospital Munich is one of the medical facilities of the Martha-Maria Diaconal Enterprise, as well as an academic hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. For the patient, this means a combination of advanced medicine with a humane attitude towards the patient's worries and his life situation. The
The Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern enjoys the status of a modern medical facility, which work is based on the highest medical standards, a humane and respectful attitude towards patients. The history of the health facility began back in 1888, when it functioned with the assistance of the Deaconess Foundation. In 2002, the hospital
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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