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Learn about juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM), an inflammatory disease that affects children's skin and muscles. Find out how to diagnose, treat and prevent JDM with medication, physical therapy and lifestyle changes.
Learn about juvenile dermatomyositis, a rare inflammatory disease of the skin and muscles that affects children 5 to 14 years old. Find out the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and outlook of this condition.
Jan 16, 2023 · Dermatomyositis is a rare autoimmune inflammatory myositis of unknown etiology affecting both children and adults. It involves striated muscles and skin. The juvenile form is associated with multisystemic vasculitis and a high frequency of calcinosis.
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Learn about JDM, a rare autoimmune disease that causes skin rash and muscle inflammation in children. Find out the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and complications of JDM.
Juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) is an idiopathic inflammatory myopathy (IMM) of presumed autoimmune dysfunction resulting in muscle weakness among other complications. It manifests itself in children; it is the pediatric counterpart of dermatomyositis.
Mar 4, 2024 · Dermatomyositis is an inflammatory disease that causes muscle weakness and a distinctive skin rash. It can affect adults and children, and has no cure, but treatment can help manage symptoms and complications.
Learn about juvenile dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune disorder that affects children's skin and muscles. Find out how Boston Children's Hospital can help your child with diagnosis, treatment and support.
