Perimyositis

Perimyositis
Synonyms
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	Rheumatology, Neurology
Symptoms	Muscle weakness, muscle pain, fatigue
Complications	N/A
Onset
Duration
Types	N/A
Causes	Autoimmune disease, viral infection
Risks
Diagnosis	Muscle biopsy, blood test for creatine kinase
Differential diagnosis	Polymyositis, dermatomyositis, inclusion body myositis
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Corticosteroids, immunosuppressive drugs
Medication	N/A
Prognosis
Frequency
Deaths	N/A

Perimyositis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the connective tissue that surrounds the muscles. It is a rare condition and is often associated with other autoimmune diseases.

Symptoms

The symptoms of perimyositis can vary greatly from person to person. However, some common symptoms include:

• Muscle weakness
• Muscle pain
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Weight loss

Causes

The exact cause of perimyositis is unknown. However, it is believed to be an autoimmune disease, which means the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of perimyositis is often challenging due to its rarity and the nonspecific nature of its symptoms. However, a combination of clinical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies can help in the diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment for perimyositis often involves managing the symptoms and preventing complications. This may include:

• Corticosteroids
• Immunosuppressive drugs
• Physical therapy

See also

• Myositis
• Polymyositis
• Dermatomyositis