Gottron's papule

Papule of the dorsal aspect of the kuckles, sparing the inter- articular areas, associated with dermatomyositis. The papules arise from rubbing of purpuric lesions (Gottron's sign).

Related

dermatomyositis Gottron's sign

General

papule sign/symptom

References

Color Atlas & Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology, Common & Serious Diseases, 3rd ed, Fitzpatrick et al, McGraw Hill, NY, 1997, pg 328