A novel overlap syndrome: Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's syndrome, antiphospholipid syndrome, and dermatomyositis. Issue 4 (24th April 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Mohammed, Maab Jasim; Hashim, Hashim Talib; Al‐Obaidi, Ahmed Dheyaa; Al Shammari, Assim
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 11:Issue 4(2023)
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• Publication Date: 2023-04-24
• Subjects: antiphospholipid syndrome -- dermatomyositis -- overlap syndrome -- rheumatoid arthritis -- Sjogren's syndrome; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.7274
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Abstract : Key Clinical Message: This is an extremely rare case that has not been presented or discussed in the literature to the best of our knowledge. The overlap of connective tissue disease is a challenge for physicians and patients, and it needs special care and regular clinical and laboratory follow‐up. Abstract: This report describes a rare case of overlapping connective tissue diseases in a 42‐year‐old female with rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's syndrome, antiphospholipid syndrome, and dermatomyositis. The patient presented with a hyperpigmented erythematous rash, muscle weakness, and pain, highlighting the challenges of diagnosis and treatment that require regular clinical and laboratory follow‐up.