Eosinophilic fasciitis

Eosinophilic fasciitis
Definition
Eosinophilic fasciitis is a syndrome in which muscle tissue underneath the skin, called fascia, becomes swollen and thick. Rapid swelling can occur in the hands, arms, legs, and feet.

Eosinophilic fasciitis (Shulman syndrome): A disease which leads to inflammation and thickening of the skin and fascia. (The fascia is a lining tissue under the skin that covers a surface of underlying tissues.

What is eosinophilic fasciitis?
Eosinophilic fasciitis is a specific disease of the skin that leads to inflammation and thickening of the skin and fascia underneath.

Eosinophilic Fasciitis
Related Terms
Diffuse Fasciitis with Eosinophilia
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Eosinophilic fasciitis is a muscle disorder that is known to occur after intense hard work. It can cause symptoms similar to scleroderma, including pain, swelling, and tenderness in the hands and feet, as well as skin thickening.

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See also: Fasciitis, Rheum, Arthritis, Myalgia, Cancer