Myositis is a general term for inflammation of the muscles.
Many are considered likely to be caused by autoimmune conditions, rather than directly due to infection (although autoimmune conditions can be activated or exacerbated by infections.)
Elevation of creatine kinase in blood is indicative of myositis.
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Musculoskeletal Disorders
Muscle Diseases :: Neurological Disorders

All About Shelby: A JDMS Journal - Created to help monitor Shelby's symptoms, progress, and general well being. Listing of her treatments, medications, andlab results. Description of Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
Meta Description: [ A journal of Juvenile Dermatomyositis (JDMS). Shelby is 8 and was diagnosed in March of 2000. ]
Dermatomyositis - Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Meta Description: [ Dermatomyositis information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]
Julia's Juvenile Dermatomyositis (JDMS) Diary - How one family is dealing with this rare auto-immune disease that affects the muscles and skin.
Meta Description: [ Julia's Juvenile Dermatomyositis JDMS Diary. A chronicle of life with a rare auto-immune disease / disorder. ]
Lenor's Journey - Read how the author deals with a diagnoses of Polymyositis and Raynaud's Phenomenon and later with Pulmonary Fibrosis.
MDA Dermatomyositis page - Background and references, provided by the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Myositis Association of America (MAA) - A non-profit organization committed to helping people with inflammatory myopathies through a variety of information and support services.
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Myositis NW - Information and resources about inflammatory Myositis diseases. Accessible gardens, emergency preparedness for the disabled, support groups plus the author's personal site.
Polymyositis - Information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Meta Description: [ Polymyositis information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]
Stan's Polymyositis Site - Providing detailed, up-to-date information on diagnosis, treatment, therapy, and a diary.
Meta Description: [ Detailed information on Polymyositis diagnosis, treatment and therapy from a patient's perspective. Detailed diary included. ]
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