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GlossaryEosinophilic Fasciitis

rare inflammatory condition causing thickened fascia and muscle pain

Eosinophilic Fasciitis, also known as Shulman's Syndrome, is a rare inflammatory condition where the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscles, becomes thickened and inflamed. This leads to swelling, pain, and stiffness in the arms and legs. The condition is characterized by an increased number of eosinophils, a type of white blood cell, in the affected tissue and sometimes in the blood. Diagnosis often involves a combination of clinical evaluation, blood tests, and a biopsy of the affected tissue.

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research Eosinophilic Fasciitis Associated With Tryptophan Ingestion

20 citations, February 1991 in “Archives of dermatology”

High doses of tryptophan may cause eosinophilic fasciitis.

research Comparison of the Pathology of Fascia in Eosinophilic Myalgia Syndrome Patients and Idiopathic Eosinophilic Fasciitis

11 citations, January 1993 in “Dermatology”

EMS and EF both show similar skin and fascia changes, but EMS has more severe symptoms and nerve inflammation.

research Methotrexate Injection Site Reactions: Case Report and Literature Review

1 citations, March 2022 in “JAAD case reports”

Methotrexate injection site reactions are rare but can be managed by changing injection sites and using topical treatments.

research Connective Tissue Disorders

November 2014

Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.

research Scleroderma and L-Tryptophan: A Possible Explanation of the Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome

21 citations, September 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Taking L-tryptophan supplements might cause a condition similar to scleroderma in some people, which can get better after stopping the supplement and starting corticosteroid therapy.

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