Video 1 – What is Myositis? Myositis 101 for patients. This video provides a brief overview of the different types of myositis and their symptoms. This video provides an overview of which populations are of highest risk for the development of myositis.

•What is myositis? •What causes myositis? •What does myositis do to patients? •How is myositis diagnosed? •How is myositis treated?

Myositis is highly variable and has been classified into a number of forms, including dermatomyositis (DM), polymyositis (PM), necrotizing myopathy (NM), sporadic inclusion body myositis (sIBM), and juvenile forms of myositis (JM). Inflammatory myopathies are rare autoimmune diseases.

Each week Dr. Aggarwal post new topic on myositis covering various different aspects of myositis from symptoms to diagnosis to treatment. What is Myositis? Myositis101 for patients.

Jan 21, 2020 · This Myositis 101 for patients video is on "What is Myositis", where Dr. Rohit Aggarwal, Co-Director of Myositis Center of University of Pittsburgh, Chair of Medical Advisory Board of The...

Myositis makes your immune system attack your muscles. Depending on which type of myositis you have, you’ll have a hard time moving or using your affected muscles. There’s no cure for myositis, but in most cases, treatment can put it into remission.

Detailed information on Myositis including Signs and Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and lifestyle resources for those with Myositis from Johns Hopkins

Aug 4, 2023 · According to The Myositis Association, all forms of myositis affect an estimated 50,000 to 75,000 Americans. While the condition has no cure, it is treatable. Here is what you need to know about myositis, including the types, symptoms, causes, and treatment.

Myositis refers to an inflammation of the muscles that allow you to move. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of myositis at UPMC.

Sep 7, 2017 · Overview of Myositis • Clinical features of Inflammatory myopathies • Diagnosis •Muscle biopsy features •New antibodies & Muscle imaging • May improve diagnostic challenges • Management: Immunotherapy or not?