Internal MedicineNeurology
Polymyositis
Polymyositis
Disease overview
Polymyositis is an immune-mediated inflammatory myopathy of unknown etiology, primarily characterized by subacute proximal limb muscle weakness, manifesting as difficulty lifting the head, raising the...
Detailed description
Polymyositis is an immune-mediated inflammatory myopathy of unknown etiology, primarily characterized by subacute proximal limb muscle weakness, manifesting as difficulty lifting the head, raising the arms, and lifting the legs. In severe cases, it can affect the bulbar and respiratory muscles, leading to dysphagia, dysarthria, and respiratory distress.
Disease information
Disease name
Polymyositis
English name
Polymyositis
Category
Internal Medicine
Subcategory
Neurology
Related departments
Neurology
Immunology
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