Eosinophilic fasciitis

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Eosinophilic fasciitis is a rare autoimmune rheumatic disorder in which the skin and tissue that lies beneath the skin become painfully inflamed and swollen and gradually harden in the arms and legs.

The connective tissue is probably damaged by an autoimmune reaction.
Symptoms include pain, swelling, and inflammation of the skin.
A biopsy is done to remove tissue for examination and testing.
Corticosteroids are helpful.

The word eosinophilic refers to the initially high blood levels of a type of white blood cell called eosinophils. The word fasciitis refers to inflammation of the fascia, which is the tough fibrous tissue that lies on top of and between the muscles.
The cause of eosinophilic fasciitis is unknown. The disorder occurs mainly in middle-aged men but may occur in women and children.