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Calcification occurs when calcium builds up in areas of body tissue where it normally doesn't exist. This can cause soft tissue to harden, and it can manifest in many ways depending on the location. Calcification can be caused by autoimmune disorders such as CREST syndrome or dermatomyositis, and it can also be caused by damage to the tissue. Calcification can develop in muscles, causing a condition called calcific tendonitis.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Definition | Calcification is the accumulation of calcium salts in body tissue. |
| Cause | Calcium builds up in areas of body tissue where it doesn't normally exist. |
| Location | Calcification can occur in soft tissue, causing it to harden. |
| Conditions | Calcific tendonitis, CREST syndrome, dermatomyositis, scleroderma, and dermatomyositis. |
| Symptoms | Calcinosis cutis (under the skin of the hands or wrists), Raynaud's phenomenon, esophageal disorders, sclerodactyly, telangiectasia, acroosteolysis, skin atrophy over fingertips, and extensive soft tissue calcifications about the knee. |
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Calcific tendonitis
Calcification is the accumulation of calcium salts in body tissue. While this process normally occurs in the formation of bone, calcium can sometimes be deposited abnormally in soft tissue, causing it to harden. Calcification can manifest itself in many ways in the body depending on the location.
The exact cause of calcific tendonitis is not fully understood. However, it is believed to be related to a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Certain risk factors, such as age, gender, and previous injury, may increase the likelihood of developing the condition. Additionally, certain medical conditions, such as autoimmune disorders or metabolic imbalances, may also play a role in the development of calcific tendonitis.
It is important to seek medical advice if you are experiencing symptoms of calcific tendonitis, such as pain or stiffness in the affected area. Early diagnosis and treatment can help manage the condition and prevent further complications.
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Autoimmune disorders
Calcification is the accumulation of calcium salts in body tissue. It usually occurs during the formation of bone, but calcium can be deposited abnormally in soft tissue, causing it to harden. Calcification can be classified by whether there is a mineral balance and the location of the calcification.
Calcification can be caused by autoimmune disorders such as CREST syndrome or dermatomyositis. CREST syndrome consists of calcinosis cutis (seen under the skin of the hands or wrists), Raynaud's phenomenon, oesophageal disorders, sclerodactyly, and telangiectasia. Dermatomyositis causes the most prominent calcifications in the muscles of the upper arms and legs. Calcification can also be caused by a condition called calcific tendonitis, which occurs when calcium deposits build up in the tendons or muscles. Calcific tendonitis can occur anywhere in the body but most often affects the rotator cuff.
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Dystrophic calcification
Calcification is the accumulation of calcium salts in body tissue. It usually occurs during the formation of bone, but calcium can also be deposited abnormally in soft tissue, causing it to harden. This can happen anywhere in the body, but it most often affects the rotator cuff.
Calcification occurs when calcium builds up in areas of body tissue where calcium doesn't usually exist. Dystrophic calcification is a type of calcification that occurs when there is damage to the tissue. Any kind of damage will do. Some foci of dystrophic calcification will go on to ossify, or form bone outside of its usual location. This process is known as heterotopic ossification.
Heterotopic ossification can occur anywhere in the musculoskeletal system. It is usually seen following a focal injury to an area. Autoimmune disorders such as CREST syndrome or dermatomyositis can also cause soft tissue calcifications. In dermatomyositis, the most prominent calcifications are in the muscles of the upper arms and legs.
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Heterotopic ossification
Calcification occurs when calcium builds up in areas of body tissue where it normally doesn't exist. This can cause the tissue to harden. Calcification can occur in soft tissue, including muscles, and is often the result of an autoimmune disorder or injury. Calcific tendonitis, for example, is a condition that develops when calcium deposits build up in tendons or muscles. Heterotopic ossification is a type of calcification that occurs when damaged tissue ossifies, or turns to bone. This process can occur almost anywhere in the body, but usually follows an injury to a specific area. Heterotopic ossification can occur in muscle and connective tissue.
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Mineral balance
Calcification is the accumulation of calcium salts in body tissue. It usually occurs in the formation of bone, but calcium can be deposited abnormally in soft tissue, causing it to harden. Calcification can be classified by whether there is a mineral balance or not, and the location of the calcification.
Calcification occurs when calcium builds up in areas of body tissue where calcium normally doesn't exist. Calcific tendonitis, for example, develops when calcium deposits build up in your tendons or muscles. Calcific tendonitis can occur anywhere in your body, but it most often affects your rotator cuff.
Calcification can also be caused by autoimmune disorders such as CREST syndrome or dermatomyositis. CREST syndrome consists of calcinosis cutis (usually seen under the skin of the hands or wrists), Raynaud's phenomenon, oesophageal disorders, sclerodactyly, and telangiectasia. In dermatomyositis, the most prominent calcifications are in the muscles of the upper arms and legs.
Dystrophic calcification means damaged tissue. Any kind of damage will do. Some foci of dystrophic calcification will go on to actually ossify. This process is known as heterotopic ossification (bone formation outside of its usual location). Heterotopic ossification is usually seen following focal injury to an area.
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Frequently asked questions
Calcification is the accumulation of calcium salts in body tissue. It usually occurs in the formation of bone, but can also be deposited abnormally in soft tissue, causing it to harden.
Calcification occurs in muscles when calcium builds up in areas of body tissue where it doesn't normally exist. This can be caused by autoimmune disorders such as dermatomyositis, which causes prominent calcifications in the muscles of the upper arms and legs.
Muscle calcification can be found during an imaging test for an unrelated condition. Calcific tendonitis, which occurs when calcium deposits build up in your tendons or muscles, can cause pain and affect your rotator cuff.
