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Symptoms of POLYMYOSITIS AND DERMATOMYOSITIS


The symptoms of polymyositis and dermatomyositis often develop slowly in adults. In children, however, they may occur rapidly. Weakness of the muscles that form the pelvic-girdle and shoulder-girdle muscles, is common. It results in difficulties raising the arms and difficulties getting up from a sitting position. There may be difficulties swallowing or speaking. Fatigue is common and mild fever may occur. The joints may be swollen and painful. Cold hands and cold feet may occur. Weight loss may be seen. Shortness of breath and breathing difficulties may occur if the heart of muscles of respiration are involved. When dermatomyositis occurs, an itchy, skin rash may develop on the face, shoulders, arms and over joints. The eyelids may appear swollen and reddish-purple.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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