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What is the dominant feature of myositis?
What is the dominant feature of myositis?
- Symmetric distal muscle weakness
- Asymmetric distal muscle weakness
- Symmetric proximal muscle weakness (correct)
- Asymmetric proximal muscle weakness
What is considered a common trigger for myositis?
What is considered a common trigger for myositis?
- Environmental toxins
- Viral, bacterial, and parasitic factors (correct)
- Genetic predisposition
- Autoimmune factors only
What is a characteristic symptom of polymyositis?
What is a characteristic symptom of polymyositis?
- Severe joint pain
- Localized muscle swelling
- Insidious onset (correct)
- Asymmetric muscle weakness
How does dermatomyositis differ from polymyositis?
How does dermatomyositis differ from polymyositis?
What is the primary reason for performing a muscle fiber biopsy in myositis diagnosis?
What is the primary reason for performing a muscle fiber biopsy in myositis diagnosis?
Which treatment intervention is essential in managing myositis?
Which treatment intervention is essential in managing myositis?
What percentage of people with myositis are substantially disabled?
What percentage of people with myositis are substantially disabled?
What is a potential side effect of prolonged corticosteroid use?
What is a potential side effect of prolonged corticosteroid use?
What is a critical consideration for physical therapy in early-stage myositis?
What is a critical consideration for physical therapy in early-stage myositis?
What distinguishes Polymyalgia Rheumatica from myositis in terms of muscle involvement?
What distinguishes Polymyalgia Rheumatica from myositis in terms of muscle involvement?
What is a potential cause of Polymyalgia Rheumatica according to current understanding?
What is a potential cause of Polymyalgia Rheumatica according to current understanding?
How many people in the US are estimated to be affected by rare diseases collectively?
How many people in the US are estimated to be affected by rare diseases collectively?
