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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.
Does Dermatomyositis affect women more?
In all age groups, females are twice as likely to develop the disease than males
When was dermatomyositis discovered?
The first cases of dermatomyositis were discovered by E. Wagner in 1863 and P. Potain in 1875.
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 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.
Who discovered dermatomyositis?
Dermatomyositis was first described by Thomas Adolph Schweninger, a German doctor, in 1860. He observed the characteristic skin and muscle changes in patients with this condition.
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Is Dermatomyositis fatal?
Dermatomyositis can be a serious condition but is not typically fatal on its own. However, complications related to the disease or its treatments may increase the risk of mortality. Close monitoring and appropriate management by healthcare providers are essential for individuals with dermatomyositis to help improve outcomes and quality of life.
