Connective tissue disorder
Connective Tissue Disorder
Connective tissue disorder (pronunciation: /kəˈnɛktɪv ˈtɪʃuː dɪsˈɔːdər/) is a group of medical conditions that affect the connective tissue in the body.
Etymology
The term "connective tissue disorder" is derived from the Latin words 'conectere' meaning 'to bind together', 'tissue' from the French 'tissu' meaning 'woven', and 'disorder' from the Old French 'desordre' meaning 'lack of order'.
Definition
Connective tissue disorders are a variety of medical conditions that involve a dysfunction of the connective tissue. Connective tissue supports, binds, or separates more specialized tissues and organs of the body. It is made up of cells, fibers, and extracellular matrix and is involved in maintaining the form and function of the body's organs and structures.
Types
There are several types of connective tissue disorders, including:
- Rheumatoid arthritis: A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.
- Systemic lupus erythematosus: An autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue in many parts of the body.
- Marfan syndrome: A genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissue.
- Ehlers-Danlos syndromes: A group of disorders that affect connective tissues supporting the skin, bones, blood vessels, and many other organs and tissues.
Symptoms
Symptoms of connective tissue disorders can vary greatly depending on the specific type of disorder, but may include:
- Joint pain
- Skin rashes
- Fatigue
- Muscle weakness
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of connective tissue disorders typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests such as blood tests, imaging studies, and sometimes tissue biopsy.
Treatment
Treatment for connective tissue disorders depends on the specific type and severity of the disorder, but may include medications, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Connective tissue disorder
- Wikipedia's article - Connective tissue disorder
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