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What is the most common symptom of dermatomyositis?
What is the most common symptom of dermatomyositis?
- Skin rash (correct)
- Joint pain
- Fever
- Nausea
What is the suspected cause of dermatomyositis?
What is the suspected cause of dermatomyositis?
- Autoimmune disease (correct)
- Vitamin deficiency
- Bacterial infection
- Genetic mutation
What is a potential complication of dermatomyositis?
What is a potential complication of dermatomyositis?
- Vision changes
- Nail discoloration
- Hair loss
- Calcium deposits in muscles or skin (correct)
What is the typical treatment for dermatomyositis?
What is the typical treatment for dermatomyositis?
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What percentage of adults with adult-onset dermatomyositis have a myositis-specific antibody (MSA)?
What percentage of adults with adult-onset dermatomyositis have a myositis-specific antibody (MSA)?
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