Stephen J. Schueler, M.D.

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Dermatomyositis Outlook

What to expect with dermatomyositis:

  • About 50 percent of those with dermatomyositis recover completely.
  • About 30 percent of people have weakness after the disease resolves.
  • Most people respond well to treatment.

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Last Updated: Dec 9, 2010 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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PubMed Dermatomyositis References
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