dermatomyositis
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of dermatomyositis
1895–1900; dermato- + myositis inflammation of muscle tissue, irregular < Greek myós (genitive of mŷs muscle, mouse) + -itis
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I wonder whether she became a recluse in part because patients suffering from dermatomyositis are supposed to stay out of sunlight.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 14, 2024
He was curious to know if there was a connection between MDA5-positive dermatomyositis and COVID-19.
From Science Daily ● May 9, 2024
Despite being vaccinated against measles, Montantes was killed less than three months later by the disease, because her immune system was suppressed by medication to control the autoimmune disorder dermatomyositis.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 10, 2019
College became a priority for Ray after was she hospitalized for dermatomyositis, an autoimmune disease that attacks the skin, muscles, connective tissue and vital organs.
From Washington Times ● May 17, 2015
What are the latest research and treatment methods for adults with dermatomyositis?
From New York Times ● Jul. 30, 2010
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