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Dermatomyositis

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Dermatomyositis is connective-tissue disease that is characterized by inflammationof the muscles and the skin. Its cause is unknown, but it may result from either a viral infection or an autoimmunereaction. Up to 50% of the cases may be a paraneoplastic phenomenon, indicating the presence of cancer.

X-rayfindings include dystrophic calcificationsin the muscles.

There is a form of this disorder that strikes children, known as juvenile dermatomyositis.

"Gottron's papules", pink patches on the knuckles, are associated with this disorder.

External links

The American College of Rheumatology's patient education page on myopathy
Illustration of Gottron's papulesde:Dermatomyositis

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Categories: Dermatology

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