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In about 5% of individuals the disease progresses to death because of heart and lung involvement
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What causes dermatomyositis?
The exact cause of dermatomyositis is unknown
What does dermatomyositis eventually cause?
In dermatomyositis, the muscle weakness is accompanied by a rash that appears on the upper body, arms, and fingertips
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.
When was dermatomyositis discovered?
The first cases of dermatomyositis were discovered by E. Wagner in 1863 and P. Potain in 1875.
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 drugs treat Dermatomyositis?
Prednisone and corticosteroids
How did Laurence olivier die?
Dermatomyositis - a muscle disorder.
How many people have dermatomyasitis disease?
The cause is largly unknown, however some science suggests that it can be cause by bacterial infections, or viruses. The focus is primarily on treatment of the symptoms and not the cause thereof.
Why did Marilyn Monroe die at age 36?
Her cause of death was indicated as a drug overdose.Her cause of death was indicated as a drug overdose.Her cause of death was indicated as a drug overdose.Her cause of death was indicated as a drug overdose.Her cause of death was indicated as a drug overdose.Her cause of death was indicated as a drug overdose.
How did leaf eriksons cause of death?
His cause of death is unknown.
