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View Comments Anonymous commented 5 weeks ago.

Is there a diet plan that can help patients with dermatomyositis? Can a Collegan supplement help?
By Anonymous on January 7, 2012 - 10:15am
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View Comments Anonymous commented 8 weeks ago.

a 22 year old that has had JDMS since 6 yrs of age ...recently been off all her meds, is now pregnamt....we are scared to death...please advise reasonable expectations.
By Anonymous on December 12, 2011 - 1:25pm
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View Comments Susan Cody commented 20 weeks ago.

I have Dermatomyositis, since returning to work I have more issues with my skin and controlling the rash,can stress trigger a flair up of the rash portion of my disease?
By Anonymous on September 22, 2011 - 6:30am
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View Comments Alison Beaver commented 36 weeks ago.

Is gluten a link to dermatomyositis
By Anonymous on June 5, 2011 - 7:37pm
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i was diagnosed six months ago with DM and i'm on the road to recovery. can i get pregnant in the near future?

View Comments Susan Cody commented 44 weeks ago.

i was diagnosed six months ago with DM and i'm on the road to recovery. can i get pregnant in the near future?
By Anonymous on April 6, 2011 - 1:11pm
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i have had it for over 7 years.i am 66 years old.i also have osteoarthritus

View Comments Alison Beaver commented 1 year ago.

can dermatomyotitis be life threatening
By Anonymous on February 13, 2011 - 10:45am
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I as just diagnosed with mild dermatamyositis amyotrophic. I was put on Plaqinel. What can I expect in the long run. I am 58 years old. Thanks

View Comments Alison Beaver commented 1 year ago.

What can I expect with a diagnosis of mild dermatamyositis amyotrophic long term?
By lucylu1952 on June 21, 2010 - 4:33pm
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Autoimmune disorders occur when the body mistakenly attacks healthy body tissue. Classified as this type of disorder, Dermatomyositis, pronounced: Der-MAA-toe-MY-oh-SI-tis, is often ...

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Nature's Antibiotic: How Vitamin D Strengthens Your Fight Against Dermatomyositis
By Kellen Wilson on November 25, 2009 - 8:36am
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My good friend's 4-year old daughter was just diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis on Wednesday, and we are scared and shocked! What does this mean for the long-term health of her ...

View Comments Anonymous commented 45 weeks ago.

Juvenile Dermatomyositis (JDMS) recently diagnosed & have many questions
By Veronica on July 20, 2008 - 5:22am
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Dermatomyositis Definition

Definition

Dermatomyositis is a noninfectious inflammation of muscle tissue and skin.

Dermatomyositis and its sister disease, polymyositis, belong to a large group of connective tissue disorders that includes lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, and scleroderma (systemic sclerosis).

They are all believed to be “autoimmune disorders,” where the body launches an attack against its own tissue. These chronic, progressive conditions lead to tissue damage. They can be serious conditions that require care from your doctor. The sooner these disorders are treated, the better the outcome. If you suspect you have this condition, contact your doctor right away.