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===Natural History=== | ===Natural History=== | ||
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The following complications may be seen in cases of Whipple's disease. | The following complications may be seen in cases of Whipple's disease. | ||
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==Prognosis== | ===Prognosis=== | ||
Without treatment, the condition is usually fatal. Treatment relieves symptoms and can cure the disease. | Without treatment, the condition is usually fatal. Treatment relieves symptoms and can cure the disease. | ||
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Overview
Natural History
Complications
The following complications may be seen in cases of Whipple's disease.
- Brain damage
- Heart valve damage (from endocarditis)
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Symptoms return (which may be because of drug resistance)
- Weight loss
Prognosis
Without treatment, the condition is usually fatal. Treatment relieves symptoms and can cure the disease.