Juvenile dermatomyositis
Juvenile dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
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Symptoms associated with Juvenile dermatomyositis
The following symptoms have been associated with Juvenile dermatomyositis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Alopecia
A noncongenital process of hair loss, which may progress to partial or complete baldness....
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Cough
A sudden, audible expulsion of air from the lungs through a partially closed glottis, preceded by inhalation....
Dry skin
Skin characterized by the lack of natural or normal moisture....
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Hoarse voice
Hoarseness refers to a change in the pitch or quality of the voice, with the voice sounding weak, very breathy...
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Palpebral edema
Edema in the region of the eyelids....
Pericarditis
Inflammation of the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium)....
Pruritus
Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally incr...
Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Juvenile dermatomyositis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Juvenile dermatomyositis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juvenile dermatomyositis?
Juvenile dermatomyositis is a health condition described in medical literature. Juvenile dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Juvenile dermatomyositis?
Juvenile dermatomyositis is associated with 19 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Alopecia, Arthralgia, Constipation, Cough, Dry skin. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Juvenile dermatomyositis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Juvenile dermatomyositis include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Juvenile dermatomyositis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.