getting over the shock...

I was quite shocked to hear that I am at stage 4 of my chronic illness.

You'll probably ask yourself -as i did - stage four out of what ? ...out of 4 ! yep ! my consultant did not even explain this to me....this is because I asked...

I did a bit of research and this is what I found:

4 Stages of Sarcoidosis

When diagnosed, one is usually told which of the 4 stages of sarcoidosis that you have. Sarcoidosis is divided into 4 stages of progression from least to most severe.

The above photos show stage I, III and IV.  You can see how the progression of the infiltration has grown from the first to the third photo.

Stage I and II Sarcoidosis

Stage I Sarcoidosis is photographed in the above left photo. It is characterized by “BHL” which stands for Bilatera Hilar Adenopathy, which means enlargement or depression of a lymph gland  (both sides) where vessels and nerves enter.  Stage II also has some other organ involvement, while stage I does not. Between 55-90% of Stage I patients go into remission and between 40-70% of stage II patients do. These stages are the earlier stages and often people are not even diagnosed at this stage, since the symptoms are relatively subtle.

Stage III Sarcoidosis

Stage III Sarcoidosis accounts for about 15% of sarcoid patients. The center photo is of a stage III patient lungs. It is characterized by much organ involvement, greater amounts of granulomas in the lungs but no lymph gland size changes. Between 10-20% of the patients at this stage go into remission

Stage IV Sarcoidosis

The photo at the right is of stage IV Sarcoidosis. This is where there are signs of fibrosis.  This means there is scar tissue forming in the sacs inside the lining of the lungs and there is other organ involvement.  5-10% of patients have this stage of sarcoidosis, and the remission rate is 0-5%.

So here I have it the shock of knowing that it is that bad! not only that but that the remission rate is only 0-5% ! 

Now I need to get over this !!!! and continue with my positivity and my mission in life : to inspire and help people live happier, healthier and better ...through healthy eating, exercise and positivity !

So my friends, because Life is so precious. Grab every moment of joy, happiness and share it with your loved ones. You never know when it might be too late...live your life NOW !

Love Life, love to Live. 

Arriane Eva Morrin

Health Consultant, owner & entrepreneur 
Aem Health and Fitness 
Aim for better Living 
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