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Myositis

Definition

  

Myositis is an inflammation or swelling of the muscles, often caused by injury, infection, or an autoimmune disorder.

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Alternative Names

  
Myitis

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

  


Symptoms

  


Signs and tests

  


Treatment

  


Support Groups

  


Expectations (prognosis)

  


Complications

  


Calling your health care provider

  


Prevention

  


 
Review Date: 6/18/2007
Reviewd By: Steve Lee, DO, Rheumatology Fellow, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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