Sarcoidosis

Thank you so much for your article, "The Mystery of Sarcoidosis" (Aug. 2005). I have been trying to find information on this disease since I was diagnosed with sarcoidosis in 1978. At that time there were only a few cases in the United States. In a matter of 10 days my weight dropped 20 pounds. I had problems breathing. The doctors ran all kinds of test. At first, they thought it was Hodgkin's disease. But they found out it was sarcoidosis. I prayed and others prayed for me. Sarcoidosis goes into remission, and some doctors have to be schooled because they don't know enough about this disease.

Sharon Mosley

Warner Robins, Ga.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for the very informative article on sarcoidosis. Until 10 years ago, I had never heard of it. It's surprising to hear how so many health issues of today are at the highest rates among African-Americans. My prayers are with actor Bernie Mac, Bill & Karen Russell, Dr. Thornhill, Andrea Wilson, Paula Polite, Sherry Brown and all of the many others affected by this disease. EBONY, thank you for keeping our African-American community aware and involved.

Sonya Walker

Euclid, Ohio

The Sarcoidosis Awareness Foundation (SAF) of Michigan applauds you for your attention to this mystery illness, sarcoidosis. Our group in Detroit is truly grateful and hopes a follow-up article is forthcoming since so many of our members are affected by this disease.

Sylvia S. Johnson

Detroit, Mich.

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