A-Z of Neurological Conditions

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Name

Polymyositis

Description

Polymyositis is an inflammatory muscle disease that causes varying degrees of decreased muscle power. The disease has a gradual onset; the most common symptom is muscle weakness.

Types

Dermatomyositis is a related condition where a particular skin rash occurs, along with muscle inflammation.

Useful National contacts

Myositis Support Group
www.myositis.org.uk
Tel: 02380 449708

Our resources

The library at Neurosupport has a range of reference resources on this condition and on a wide range of disability related issues.

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