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Adult Bone Loss
Polymyositis is a systemic disease, which means it affects the whole body. Symptoms include:
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Difficulty swallowing -
Muscle pain - Muscle weakness in the
proximal muscles (shoulders, hips, etc.) that makes it difficult to raise the arms over the head, get up from a sitting position, or climb stairs - Problems with the voice (caused by weak throat muscles)
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Shortness of breath
Patients may also have:
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Joint pain
- Loss of...
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Bone Health and Bone Loss
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Osteoporosis (Bone Loss)
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Activity Reduces Bone Loss After Total Hip Replacement
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