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collagen disease |
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collagen disease: see autoimmune disease autoimmune disease, any of a number of abnormal conditions caused when the body produces antibodies to its own substances. In rheumatoid arthritis , a group of antibody molecules called collectively RF, or rheumatoid factor, is complexed to the individual's own gamma ..... Click the link for more information. ; collagen collagen (kŏl`əjən) ..... Click the link for more information. . collagen disease [′kä·lə·jən di‚zēz] (medicine) Any of various clinical syndromes characterized by widespread alterations of connective tissue, including inflammation and fibrinoid degeneration. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Yoshihiro Hirata, a Japanese chiropractor, who suffered from painful collagen disease, founded the Phi-Ten Co. |
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