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Dermatomyositis Flashcards

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Describe dermatomyositis

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idiopathic inflammatory myopathy characterised by skin manifestations

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Symptoms of dermatomyositis

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Helitrope rash (with or without periorbital oedema)
macular erythema
pruritus
fatigue
malaise
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Risk factors for dermatomyositis

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female
black race
anti-Jo1 antibody

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Treatment for dermatomyositis

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Corticosteroids; oral for ongoing, IV for flares

Photoprotection

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Investigations for dermatomyositis

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serum creatine kinase
Muscle biopsy
serum aldolas
EMG
SKin biopsy
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