- eosinophilic fasciitis
- inflammation of fasciae of the limbs, associated with eosinophilia, edema, and swelling; the etiology is unknown but frequently it occurs following strenuous exercise. Called also Shulman syndrome.
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eosinophilic fasciitis
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