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Eosinophilic Fasciitis in a Patient with Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Coincidence or Association?
Journal: Rheumatica Acta: Open Access (Vol.1, No. 1)Publication Date: 2017-11-20
Authors : Samuel Katsuyuki Shinjo; Fernando Henrique Carlos de Souza;
Page : 001-003
Keywords : Eosinophilia; Eosinophilic fasciitis; Infections; Myalgia; Hepatitis C virus;
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Abstract
Eosinophilic fasciitis is a rare connective tissue disease characterized by symmetrical and painful swelling with a progressive induration and thickening of the skin and soft tissues. Its etiology is unknown, but possible causes or associated conditions include drugs, physical exercises, autoimmune diseases, neoplasia and infections.
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