Polymyositis & Dermatomyositis Support Group
Polymyositis (PM) is a type of chronic inflammation of the muscles (inflammatory myopathy) related to dermatomyositis and inclusion body myositis. The inflammation is predominantly of the endomysium in polymyositis, whereas dermatomyositis is characterized by primarily perimysial inflammation.
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Dermatomyositis clinical trial opportunity for diagnosed patients interested in joining a research opportunity. The... READ MORE
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Anyone have any experience with pentoxiphylline, sulfasalazine or flavonoid supplements?
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I am moving to DesMoines IA area and need Rheumatologist. Anyone have a Dr they would recommend? Thanks! READ MORE
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Hello. I am almost 37.5 years old and a woman. I am concerned that I have been potentially developing... READ MORE
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My husband has PM (with many other issues) experiencing a flareup. We have wonderful care with several doctors at... READ MORE
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HeyaI have DM (2005). Strength is such that I cannot use public toilets even ADA toilets. Also cant use normal chairs,... READ MORE
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Hi, I am curious about other peoples experiences with Gottrron's Papules. I have to say- this is one of my worst... READ MORE
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I'm so confused. I need some feedback. In January of 2018 I started having itching on my ears that quickly spread to my... READ MORE
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Yoga, exercises from PT, stretching and a healing martial art called Kimoodo have been really important to me. If I... READ MORE
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Hi everyone!I am new to this group. I have had DM for the last 12 years. I was able to achieve remission by using... READ MORE
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My mom was diagnosed with this monster disease. she has been thru a lt in one year. I'm reaching out for those who have... READ MORE
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Hi all, I have received a message from a person from thehennegrouup.com - has anyone heard of this? It is regarding a... READ MORE
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HiWhen I was 32 (I am now 49) I was diagnosed with Polymyositis. It was horrible and I wanted to die. I did the... READ MORE
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hi All, I’ve been in remission for almost 8 years, but have been feeling really tired lately and having some... READ MORE
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Hey all! It has been a *long* time since I posted on DS, but it was actually the first support group for... READ MORE
