Polymyositis

Therapeutic area
Neuromuscular Disease
Rare disease
Yes

Definition
A rare idiopathic inflammatory myopathy characterized by symmetric proximal muscle weakness and elevated muscle enzymes.
Genetic basis
No
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
Yes
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Polymyositis
Therapeutic area
Neuromuscular Disease

  • polymyositis
  • PM

Disease mechanisms
  • Inflammatory
Sources for recorded values
Severity
Severe

  • Neuromuscular Disease
  • Rheumatology
Sources for recorded values

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0020122

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