Multiple choice

Which of the following autoimmune diseases is characterised by an increase in WBC count and inflammation of blood vessels?

  1. Cogan's syndrome

  2. Churg-Strauss syndrome

  3. Erythema nodosum

  4. Thromboangiitis obliterans
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Increase in WBC count along with inflammation of the blood vessels is seen in Churg-Strauss syndrome (CSS). The inflammation of blood vessels can restrict blood flow to vital organs and tissues, sometimes permanently damaging them.

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