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What is the dominant feature of myositis?
What is the dominant feature of myositis?
What is considered a common trigger for myositis?
What is considered a common trigger for myositis?
What is a characteristic symptom of polymyositis?
What is a characteristic symptom of polymyositis?
How does dermatomyositis differ from polymyositis?
How does dermatomyositis differ from polymyositis?
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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?
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Which treatment intervention is essential in managing myositis?
Which treatment intervention is essential in managing myositis?
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What percentage of people with myositis are substantially disabled?
What percentage of people with myositis are substantially disabled?
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What is a potential side effect of prolonged corticosteroid use?
What is a potential side effect of prolonged corticosteroid use?
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What is a critical consideration for physical therapy in early-stage myositis?
What is a critical consideration for physical therapy in early-stage myositis?
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What distinguishes Polymyalgia Rheumatica from myositis in terms of muscle involvement?
What distinguishes Polymyalgia Rheumatica from myositis in terms of muscle involvement?
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What is a potential cause of Polymyalgia Rheumatica according to current understanding?
What is a potential cause of Polymyalgia Rheumatica according to current understanding?
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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?
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