dermatomyositis

• Enfermedad autoinmune que causa inflamación de los músculos (miositis) y una erupción cutánea característica, que suele afectar a párpados, mejillas, cuello, pecho y extremidades, con gravedad y evolución variables según la persona.

A medical condition characterized by inflammation of the muscles (myositis) and a distinctive skin rash, often affecting the eyelids, cheeks, neck, chest, and limbs, with varying severity and progression among individuals.

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1. Inflammatory muscle diseaseC2formalmedical

   A rare autoimmune disease characterized by muscle weakness and a distinctive skin rash, affecting the muscles and skin.

   Dermatomiositis

   • The patient was diagnosed with dermatomyositis after experiencing muscle weakness and a rash on her eyelids.
   • Treatment for dermatomyositis often includes corticosteroids and immunosuppressants.
   • Dermatomyositis can cause difficulty swallowing and breathing in severe cases.