Dermatomyositis, Heliotrope Rash on the Face
Inflammation of the connective tissues (dermatomyositis) typically produces a reddish-purple (violaceous) rash. The rash is named after the tendency of plants to grow toward the sun (heliotropic) and is characteristic of dermatomyositis.
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Review Date : 1/1/1997
Reviewed By : Mosby Publishing Company
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