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5 Facts you should know about

Amyopathic dermatomyositis

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A form of dermatomyositis characterized by the presence of typical skin findings without muscle weakness

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Some of the skin changes that suggest dermatomyositis include a pink rash on the face, neck, forearms, and upper chest; Gottron's papules; and heliotrope eyelids

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Pruritis and photosensitivity are common, as are scalp inflammation and thinning of the hair

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Fatigue is reported in at least 50% of patients

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Some cases have been associated with internal malignancy and/or interstitial lung disease

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