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Muscle symptoms of dermatomyositis include what?
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Proximal weakness: Muscle symptoms are related to damage of large, proximal muscle groups (thighs, shoulders) and may include weakness getting out of a chair or bed, weakness reaching above your head or brushing your hair. There may also be muscle pain and soreness.
Answered 9/28/2016
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