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Indurated, sclerotic plaques on the chest and back with markedly reduced range of motion.
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On examination, she had indurated and sclerotic plaques over her chest, arms, abdomen, and back with a limited range of motion (Fig 1).
Improved range of motion and reduction of induration and skin tightening after 10 months of IVIG therapy.
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Biopsy showed increased dermal collagen and entrapment of the eccrine glands consistent with morphea (Fig 2).
Square biopsy sign with increased dermal collagen and entrapment of the eccrine glands consistent with morphea.
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Ten months after starting IVIG and NBUVB, she had a dramatic improvement in her skin and range of motion (Fig 3).