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Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

Can inflammatory myopathies go into remission? 

Inflammatory myopathies are a group of autoimmune conditions where the body’s natural defences mistakenly attack healthy muscle fibres, leading to…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

What are metabolic myopathies? 

Metabolic myopathies are a group of rare, inherited disorders that interfere with the way muscle cells generate the energy required for movement.…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

What are mitochondrial myopathies? 

Mitochondrial myopathies are a group of neuromuscular diseases caused by damage to the mitochondria, which are the specialised structures that…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

What is inclusion body myositis? 

Inclusion body myositis (IBM) is a rare, progressive inflammatory muscle disease that leads to muscle weakness and wasting, particularly in…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

What is dermatomyositis? 

Dermatomyositis is a rare health condition that primarily affects the skin and muscles, causing distinctive rashes and progressive muscle weakness.…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

What is polymyositis? 

Polymyositis is a rare condition that falls under the umbrella of inflammatory myopathies, primarily affecting the muscles closest to the…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

Can certain medicines or statins trigger a toxic myopathy? 

Medications are essential for managing many long-term health conditions, from high cholesterol to autoimmune disorders. However, some drugs can occasionally cause unintended…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS