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Idiopathic calcinosis cutis

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Common symptoms

丘疹、钙化、腹壁广泛性钙质沉着

The pathology of disease

Idiopathic calcinosis cutis is calcium deposits in skin/subcutaneous tissue; dermatomyositis/CREST; painful nodules; white/chalky; treat underlying.

Symptoms

Hard subcutaneous nodules; white chalky discharge; fingers/elbows; dermatomyositis/CREST; painful

Causes

Dystrophic calcification; dermatomyositis; CREST; connective tissue disease; trauma.

Treatment

Treat underlying connective tissue disease; surgical excision if symptomatic; diltiazem; minimize trauma

Dept

Dermatology / rheumatology.

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