Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis in 3 Minutes

Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis pathophysiology, clinical features and management.

Polymyositis is a rare autoimmune disease that results in striated muscle inflammation. In Dermatomyositis, the same features occur but with characteristic skin changes too. The exact aetiology of these diseases are unknown but specific viruses like Coxsackie have been implicated in their pathogenesis.

Contents:
0:00 - Introduction
0:23 - Clinical Features
1:25 - Investigations
2:00 - Management
2:17 - Mnemonics

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Disclaimer: This video was intended for educational purposes only and not to be considered medical advice. All information was sourced from a combination of reputable sources including BMJ Best Practice, ETG (Australia), UpToDate, and Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine.

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