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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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roxannak 05/07/2013

Last year in June I felt so bad that I thought I would not make the summer let alone my next birthday but here I am and things are so much better than they were last year.

I really enjoy reading everyone's posts because I can relate to so many of you and what you are going through or what you have experienced. I am so thankful for finding this site!

Today I am 48 and very happy to be here this side of the dirt. I hope everyone who reads this has a great day

I have a gluten free German Chocolate cake in the fridge and am looking forward to sharing with family and friends this evening. Check out Elena's pantry.com if you are looking for easy gluten free recipes. I have tried out quite a few and enjoy them

Talk soon
roxanna

deleted_user 05/07/2013

Yay birthday! Happy birthday Roxanne!! I love to celebrate birthdays, even my own. So enjoy that cake!

Your post gives me encouragement that better physical days are ahead :)

Tricia

autumm 05/07/2013

Hi Roxannak. A very happy Birthday to you. Have a wonderful evening with family and friends and chocolate cake. Let part of your celebration be the hope and looking forward you re giving to those just starting on their journey. Best wishes. Autumm

trpt1 05/07/2013

Roxanna, Congratulations and Happy Birthday!!! YEAH!!!

The German Chocolate cake sounds yummy! Have a great day. Thank you for the gluten free recipes, and for sharing your experience.

deleted_user 05/07/2013

Happy birthday to you! I never thought of my birthday as that big a deal before now (getting sick), now I know reaching my next will be a much bigger milestone. I hope you enjoy your special day with your loving family!

I eat gluten free too. Have been for the last two years, even before getting sick. I keep wondering what triggered the illness, was it my diet, stress, a virus, what did this to me? Uggh!

I will have to keep an eye out for your recipes. Take care!
-Maria (Maj)

deleted_user 05/07/2013

Happy Birthday to You **. .** Happy Birthday to You **. .** Happy Birthday To Roxanna!!! **. .** Happy Birthday to You!

sewsewsonia 05/07/2013

Happy 48th roxanne.... and you are giving us the birthday gift.... elenas pantry.com..... yummy, thankyou. I always thought it should work out that we give you the gift....... enjoy the evening especially that chocolate cake..... sonia

nanny1611 05/07/2013

Happy birthday, Roxanna. You are right. Each birthday is something to celebrate. Diseases such as ours teach us not to take birthdays, or even tomorrow, for granted. Enjoy your special day, and eat lots of that yummy-sounding cake. I have found some of Elana's recipes on Pinterest. For some reason, your link didn't work for me, so I've posted it here in case someone else has problems. Hope this link is okay. Best wishes to you for many more happy and healthy birthdays.
http://www.elanaspantry.com/

lexisgirl 05/08/2013

Happy Birthday! I'm so glad to hear you are doing so well. That is by far the best gift ever. Keep up the positive attitude.

deleted_user 05/08/2013

Happy birthday Roxanna, celebrate!!!!

deleted_user 05/08/2013

Happy birthday Roxanne! Enjoy your cake! -:)

DonnaDenise 05/08/2013

HAPPY 48th BIRTHDAY ROXANNA!!!!! I'm sure you have a new found appreciation for life and will enjoy every minute of it (and every bite of that amazing chocolate cake!!!) Best wishes for many, many more. xoxo

brendacaytonwhite 05/08/2013

Happy Birthday Roxanna and have a great time with your family. I am going to check that website for some recipes. I have never considered gluten free products but I am willing to try just about anything right now. Isn't this site amazing. I don't even remember how I found it, but I am grateful that I did.

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