Vasculitis

Key facts Vasculitis is a group of disorders where you have inflammation of your blood vessels. Vasculitis can cause a range of different symptoms depending on the type and the body part/s affected. If the vasculitis is from an infection it will usually improve when the underlying problem is treated. Vasculitis can also be from an autoimmune disorder — this needs treatment with medicines that act on your immune system. It is important to seek help right away if you think you have vasculitis, as early treatment can help prevent long-term damage. What is vasculitis? Vasculitis occurs when there is