Sep 20, 2025 · Mixed connective tissue disease often affects the long tube of organs involved with digesting food and liquids. You might have heartburn, belly pain, and trouble swallowing …

If you’ve been feeling unwell with joint or muscle pain and puffy or even numb fingers — a mix of symptoms — you may have a condition known as mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD).

Dec 17, 2025 · Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) is a rare autoimmune disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues. It can involve various …

Apr 12, 2025 · Knowing the signs and symptoms can make a huge difference in getting the correct diagnosis and treatment. In this blog, I will explain the 10 key signs of MCTD, share …

Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) is a rare autoimmune disorder that is characterized by features commonly seen in three different connective tissue disorders: systemic lupus …

Although MCTD can affect people of all ages, it appears to be most common in women under age 30. Signs and symptoms vary but may include Raynaud’s phenomenon; arthritis; heart, lung …

Nearly 80% of the people with mixed connective tissue disease have some involvement of the lungs. Symptoms can include inflammation of the lining that covers the lungs and the inside of …

As with other connective tissue diseases, the symptoms of MCTD can range from very mild to life-threatening. Often, patients with MCTD have systemic symptoms such as fevers, weight loss, …

Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) is a systemic autoimmune disease that shares characteristics with at least two other systemic autoimmune diseases, including systemic …

Most people with MCTD experience subtle signs of the disease many years before having it diagnosed. These symptoms can include swollen fingers, joint pain with swollen joints …