Rheumatologic Skin Disease.

نویسنده

  • Andrea Kalus
چکیده

In common rheumatologic diseases skin findings are an important diagnostic clue for astute clinicians. Skin manifestations can help identify systemic disease or may require therapy uniquely targeted at the cutaneous problem. This article discusses 3 common rheumatologic conditions seen in adults by dermatologists: cutaneous lupus, dermatomyositis, and morphea. The focus is on the cutaneous findings and clinical presentation. Some approaches to treatment are explored. Clues to help identify systemic disease are also highlighted.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • The Medical clinics of North America

دوره 99 6  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2015