What’s granulomatous cheilitis?

Granulomatous cheilitis causes periodic swelling of the lips and other areas of the head, with unknown causes but often associated with medical problems. Diagnosis is done through a skin biopsy, and treatment includes addressing associated diseases and using topical corticosteroids or surgery. Granulomatous cheilitis is a disease that appears periodically and most often involves swelling […]

What’s granulomatous mastitis?

Granulomatous mastitis is a rare condition that causes breast inflammation and a mass of tissue that can be mistaken for cancer. Diagnosis is complicated, and treatment may include surgery and steroids, but long-term use of steroids can have serious side effects. The cause of the condition is not well understood. Granulomatous mastitis is a rare […]

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