Churg-Strauss Syndrome (CSS), also called Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA), is a rare condition that primarily involves inflammation of blood vessels, a condition known as vasculitis. Although the syndrome may sound complex, breaking it down into simple parts can help in understanding its implications. The disease is characterized by the abnormal presence of eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) in the blood and tissues, leading to inflammation that can cause damage to var...
Churg-Strauss Syndrome, also known as Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA), is a rare autoimmune disorder that primarily affects small and medium-sized blood vessels. This condition is characterized by the abnormal presence of a type of white blood cell called eosinophils, which are usually associated with allergic reactions and infections caused by parasites. Churg-Strauss Syndrome (CSS) was first described in 1951 by Drs. Jacob Churg and Lotte Strauss, hence its name. Since the...