Collagen vascular disease

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Dermatomyositis, Gottron's papule	Dermatomyositis, Gottron's papule	Dermatomyositis, heliotrope eyelids	Dermatomyositis on the legs
Polyarteritis, microscopic on the shin	Systemic lupus erythematosus rash on the face

Collagen is a tough, glue-like protein that represents 30% of body protein and shapes the structure of tendons, bones, and connective tissues. Malfunctioning of the immune system can affect these structures. This is known as collagen vascular disease.

Collagen vascular diseases include:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Systemic lupus erythematosus
• Scleroderma
• Dermatomyositis
• Polyarteritis nodosa

Review Date: 08/02/2005
Reviewed By: Ariel D. Teitel, M.D., M.B.A., Chief, Division of Rheumatology, St. Vincent's Hospital, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.