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Myositis Health Article

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Reviewer Info: Steve Lee, DO, Rheumatology Fellow, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.; ADAM Health Illustrated Encyclopedia, 06/18/2007

Definition

Myositis is an inflammation or swelling of the muscles, often caused by injury, infection, or an autoimmune disorder.

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Alternative Names

Myitis

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