
What is
ANCA‑associated
vasculitis?
Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic autoantibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis is a group of rare diseases involving
The two most common types of ANCA-associated vasculitis are GPA (granulomatosis with polyangiitis, previously called Wegener’s granulomatosis) and MPA (microscopic polyangiitis).
What you need to know about GPA
In GPA, affected tissues can develop
What you need to know about MPA
MPA also affects the lungs and kidneys, but unlike GPA, the ears, nose, and throat are less affected and there is no formation of granulomas. Aside from kidney and lung complications, those living with MPA may experience stomach or intestinal issues, nerve damage, and skin symptoms.

How do you treat ANCA-associated vasculitis?
There is no cure for ANCA-associated vasculitis, but treatments are available to help manage the disease. A combination of
However, some
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You are
not alone.
ANCA-associated vasculitis is a serious but
treatable disease. You and your doctor will work on
a treatment plan that works for you.
