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What's the treatment for dermatomyositis?
The primary aim of treatment is to control the skin disease and the muscle disease. Treatment for dermatomyositis consists of prednisone (a form of cortisone). For patients in whom prednisone is not effective, other immunosuppressants such as azathioprine, cyclosporin and methotrexate may be prescribed. A medication called intravenous immunoglobulin has also been used in the treatment of some patients. However, children may be able to stop steroid treatment after approximately one year. Some patients cannot tolerate or do not respond to corticosteroids. These patients may be treated with immunosuppressive drugs, such as azathioprine or methotrexate. Other patients may respond well to intravenous immune globulin. Dermatomyositis often improves with treatment of malignant tumors. Physical therapy is usually recommended to preserve muscle function and avoid muscle atrophy. |
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More information on dermatomyositis
What is dermatomyositis? - Dermatomyositis is one of a group of inflammatory muscle diseases. It is a subtype of inflammatory muscle disease.
What causes dermatomyositis? - The cause of dermatomyositis is unknown. Dermatomyositis belongs to a group of conditions called inflammatory myopathies.
What're the symptoms of dermatomyositis? - Dermatomyositis is characterised by a rash accompanying. The rashes include purple discoloration around the eyes.
How is dermatomyositis diagnosed? - Dermatomyositis is diagnosed through a thorough physical exam and the characteristic symptoms.
What's the treatment for dermatomyositis? - The primary aim of treatment is to control the skin disease and the muscle disease. Treatment for dermatomyositis consists of prednisone. |
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