Polymyositis
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Polymyositis. The onset is typically after the of age 16 years. The onset may be triggered by TNF-𝛼 blocking agents. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Epidemiological features
- The onset is typically after the of age 16 years
- The onset may be triggered by TNF-𝛼 blocking agents
Neurological features
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Cardiac features
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Neoplastic features
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Differential diagnosis
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References
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- Kesserwani H. Predominant neck extensor muscle weakness: a rare manifestation of idiopathic polymyositis. Cureus 2020; 12:e8735.
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