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5 Facts you should know about

Churg-Strauss syndrome

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A rare systemic necrotizing vasculitis that affects small to medium vessels

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Associated with severe asthma and blood and tissue eosinophilia

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The disorder is separated into three distinct phases: prodromal, eosinophilic, and vasculitic

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The vasculitic phase usually develops within 3 years after the onset of asthma

 

 

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Most affected individuals have a history of allergies

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