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Dermatomyositis is often first apparent as a rash. The rash, which can be bluish-purple in color, reminiscent of bruising, typically occurs in patches on the face, neck, shoulders, upper portion of the chest, elbows, knuckles, knees, and back.
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When was dermatomyositis discovered?
The first cases of dermatomyositis were discovered by E. Wagner in 1863 and P. Potain in 1875.
Does Dermatomyositis go away?
In about 20% of people, the disease spontaneously goes into remission and individuals are able to lead symptom-free lives for long periods
What causes dermatomyositis?
The exact cause of dermatomyositis is unknown
Is Dermatomyositis rare?
Only about 20,000 people in the United States have dermatomyositis
Why is polymyositis similar to dermatomyositis?
Dermatomyositis is identical to polymyositis with the addition of a characteristic skin rash.
Who discovered dermatomyositis?
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What are other types of myopathy or inflammatory muscle disease?
Dermatomyositis (DM) and inclusion body myositis and juvenile dermatomyositis.
What does dermatomyositis eventually cause?
In dermatomyositis, the muscle weakness is accompanied by a rash that appears on the upper body, arms, and fingertips
What drugs treat Dermatomyositis?
Prednisone and corticosteroids
How did Laurence olivier die?
Dermatomyositis - a muscle disorder.
What is dermatomyositis' first sign?
Often the first sign of DM is the development of a patchy, scaly, violet to dark red skin rash on the face, neck, shoulders, upper chest, knees, or back
Is Dermatomyositis fatal?
Although DM causes pain and weakness, it is not necessarily life threatening
