eosinophilic fasciitis
(redirected from Eosinophilic fascitis)e·o·sin·o·phil·ic fas·ci·i·tis
[MIM*226350]induration and edema of the connective tissues of the extremities, usually appearing following exertion; associated with elevated sedimentation rate, elevated IgG, and eosinophilia.
Synonym(s): Shulman syndrome
eosinophilic fasciitis
Inflammation of muscle fascia, associated with eosinophilia, pain, and swelling.
See also: fasciitis
Shulman,
Lawrence Edward, U.S. rheumatologist, 1919–.Shulman syndrome - induration and edema of the connective tissues of the extremities, usually appearing following exertion. Synonym(s): eosinophilic fasciitis