Dermatomyositis Flashcards
1
Q
Dermatomyositis
A
inflammatory disorder
2
Q
signs
A
proximal muscle weakness
red lesions over extensor
heliotrope rash (over eyes)
dry, scaly hands
3
Q
investigations
A
anti-jo1 antibodies
ANA
muscle biopsy
4
Q
management
A
oral steroids
5
Q
polymyositis
A
raised CK and malignant background