Inflammatory myopathies are rare. Polymyositis and dermatomyositis occur in about one person per 100,000. All ages can get these diseases. The peak time to get them, though, is ages 5 to 10 in children, and 40 to 50 in adults.
How common are inflammatory myopathies in children?
- he inflammatory myopathies are rare and can affect both adults and children. Dermatomyositis is the most common chronic form in children. Polymyositis and dermatomyositis are more common in females while inclusion body myositis affects more men.
What is idiopathic inflammatory myopathy?
- Idiopathic inflammatory myopathy Description Idiopathic inflammatory myopathy is a group of disorders characterized by inflammation of the muscles used for movement (skeletal muscles). Idiopathic inflammatory myopathy usually appears in adults between ages 40 and 60 or in children between ages 5 and 15, though it can occur at any age.
What are the challenges in treating inflammatory myopathies?
- One challenge in treating inflammatory myopathies is that, for some individuals, there is little direct relationship between muscle inflammation and the degree of weakness and disability. While inflammation can be slowed or reversed, muscle weakness may not respond to treatments.
What is the difference between inflammatory myopathies and dermatomyositis?
- he inflammatory myopathies are rare and can affect both adults and children. Dermatomyositis is the most common chronic form in children. Polymyositis and dermatomyositis are more common in females while inclusion body myositis affects more men. Inclusion body myositis usually affects individuals over age 50. What are the signs and symptoms? G