However, in at least one study, little or no difference in death rate was noted after five years between treated and untreated patients. Hence, therapy seems primarily to lower the incidence of complications, especially when sarcoidosis affects the eyes. Clearly, your father needs a meticulous eye examination and follow-up. Otherwise, prednisone therapy would be in order. Your father's physician can advise you.
Intervertebral discs are like washers separating the bones of the spine.
More accurately, they resemble small inner tubes with a gelatinous center ring surrounded by a tough covering of gristle. When discs rupture, the gummy inner material herniates or squeezes out between the supporting fibers of the covering. This material is under pressure and can press against the spinal cord itself or, more commonly, against a spinal nerve, causing pain, tingling, weakness and other signs of nerve malfunction. With rest, the herniated disc may return to its original position and symptoms can disappear. In addition, chiropractic manipulation and physical therapy may hasten the healing process.