Satoyoshi syndrome

Satoyoshi syndrome is a rare, multisystemic autoimmune disease mainly characterized by intermittent painful muscle spasms, alopecia (totalis or universalis in most cases) and long-lasting diarrhea that could lead to malnutrition, growth retardation, and amenorrhea. Secondary bone deformities and various endocrine anomalies may also be associated. Antinuclear antibodies are reported in many cases.

Intermittent painful muscle spasms

History of repeated intermittent involuntary muscle contractions that were painful.

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PMID (PMCID)
8891238	FEMALE	Child
	Intravenous gammaglobulin therapy of Satoyoshi syndrome.
	Arita J, Hamano S, Nara T, Maekawa K. Brain Dev. 1996;18(5):409-11.
	Satoyoshi syndrome is a very rare disease of unknown etiology, characterized by intermittent painful muscle spasms, alopecia, multiple epiphyseal changes, diarrhea and endocrine disorders.