Inflammatory Myopathies Flashcards
1
Q
What does Dermatomyositis present as?
A
A rash
2
Q
What does the skin look like in dermatomyocitis?
A
Discolored eyelids
3
Q
What are the essentials of diagnosis?
A
Progressive muscle weakness and discoloration with rash
4
Q
How do we treat idiopathic inflammatory myopathy patients (IIM)?
A
Corticosteroids