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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.