%0 Journal Article
%T An unusual presentation of an uncommon disease
%A Michael Funk
%A Orlando Santana
%J International Journal of General Medicine
%D 2009
%I Dove Medical Press
%X Michael Funk2, Orlando Santana1,21Department of Cardiology, 2Mt. Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, Fl, USAAbstract: Extrapulmonary manifestations of sarcoidosis often go undiagnosed. Sarcoidosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of cases presenting with parotid gland swelling, renal failure, and hypercalcemia. It¡¯s imperative to confirm the diagnosis with a tissue biopsy, as the condition is easily treatable with steroids.Keywords: sarcoidosis, parotid gland, renal failure, hypercalcemia, steroids
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