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Femara And Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a muscle disease characterized by inflammation and a skin rash. It is a type of inflammatory myopathy.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The cause of dermatomyositis is unknown. Experts think it may be due to a viral infection of the muscles or a problem with the body's immune system. It can also sometimes occur in patients who have cancer of the abdomen, lung or other body area.
Anyone can develop dermatomyositis, but it most commonly occurs in children age 5 - 15...
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Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Polymyositis and dermatomyositis are connective tissue diseases in which there is muscle weakness and tenderness. The two disorders are very similar,... Read more »
Dermatomyositis and Polymyositis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Source: First DataBank
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Source: Breastcancer.org
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