dermatomyositis

• Doença inflamatória crônica caracterizada por inflamação dos músculos (miosite) e erupção cutânea típica, frequentemente nas pálpebras, bochechas, pescoço, tórax e extremidades, com gravidade e progressão variáveis. É considerada uma doença autoimune.

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

   Doença inflamatória muscular

   • 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.