What is polymyositis?
Polymyositis is a rare inflammatory disease that causes muscle weakness - the pathology affects both sides of the body.
Against the background of this condition, the daily rhythm of the patient's life becomes difficult, for example, it is difficult to climb the stairs, stand up, lift things.
The diagnosis is common in people between the ages of 30 and 60 - women are more often affected than men. Symptoms develop gradually over weeks or months.
The method of curing polymyositis is unknown, however, it is possible to manage the symptoms with medication and physical therapy, and improve the general state of health; The main goal of the treatment course is to improve muscle function and strengthen/harden.
Consult a doctor if you notice muscle weakness and you cannot relate the symptom to anything.
The exact cause of polymyositis is unknown, although the course and symptoms of the disease share the characteristics of some autoimmune pathologies.
The risk of developing polymyositis is high if there is lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma in the anamnesis.
Examples of complicated clinical cases are:
- Difficulty swallowing;
- Aspiration pneumonia;
- Problems with breathing.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/polymyositis/symptoms-causes/syc-20353208
