Dermatomyositis complicating penicillamine treatment.

AUTOR(ES)

Fernandes, L

RESUMO

A case of dermatomyositis developing during the course of treatment with D-penicillamine in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis is described. Complete remission occurred on withdrawal of the drug. Possible alternative diagnoses are discussed.

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