How is neuro-sarcoidosis diagnosed?
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Dr. Brad Spellberg answered:All forms of sarcoid require a biopsy to diagnose. One looks for classical "non-caseating granuloma" on a biopsy, and you also have to rule out all other potential causes of disease.All forms of sarcoid require a biopsy to diagnose. One looks for classical "non-caseating granuloma" on a biopsy, and you also have to rule out all other potential causes of disease. More -
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital answered:Neuro-sarcoidosis can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms resemble many other conditions including chronic meningitis and tuberculosis. At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital our neurologists are expert at distinguishing between a range of immune-related neurological disorders. We take an aggressive approach to diagnosis, as early diagnosis is very important in managing immune system disorders and maintaining patients' quality of life.
To diagnose neuro-sarcoidosis doctors here may use tests including:- Lumbar puncture or spinal tap
- Blood test for specific enzymes
- MRI of the brain
- Nerve biopsy of the affected nerve tissue
Neuro-sarcoidosis can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms resemble many other conditions including chronic meningitis and tuberculosis. At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital our neurologists are expert at distinguishing between a range of... More
