Gottron's papule in dermatomyositis

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Gottron's papule (dry patch) over the knuckle of a patient, associated with dermatomyositis. Dermatomyositis is an autoimmune disorder, in which the body attacks its own tissues, causing rashes on the skin and muscle weakness.

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