Risavi BL, Puller J, Juhasz K. An itchy rash and muscle weakness.
Clin Case Rep 2021;
9:e04750. [PMID:
34484777 PMCID:
PMC8405535 DOI:
10.1002/ccr3.4750]
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Abstract
Dermatomyositis is a rare disease affecting primarily skin and muscles and is associated with malignancies, especially in at-risk patients. Clinical presentations vary widely but proximal muscle weakness and typical skin findings should prompt consideration of the diagnosis. Immunosuppressive therapy is required, as is continued screening for malignant disease during follow-up.
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