Does Polyarteritis Nodosa Go Away?

There is no cure for polyarteritis nodosa (PAN), but the disease and its symptoms can be managed. The goal of treatment is to prevent disease progression and further organ damage. The exact treatment depends on the severity in each person. While many people do well with treatment, relapses can occur.

How long can you live with polyarteritis nodosa?

Without treatment, people with polyarteritis nodosa have a less than 15% chance of surviving 5 years. With treatment, people with polyarteritis nodosa have a greater than 80% chance of surviving 5 years. People whose kidneys, digestive tract, brain, or nerves are affected have a poor prognosis.

How long does it take for vasculitis to clear up?

Complete remission means that there is no more inflammatory activity detectable in any of the affected organs. Sustained remission implies that the state of complete remission has been maintained for at least six months. A patient can be in remission on medication or off all immunosuppressive medications.