Myositis and You

“This gem of a book is a great resource to educate, remove some of the fears, and provide hope for anyone faced with living with this disease.”

John H. Klippel, MD
Former President and CEO, Arthritis Foundation

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Cure JM Foundation funded the first book ever published about juvenile myositis: Myositis and You.

Co-edited by one of our founders, this comprehensive guide features over 450 pages with contributions from over 80 experts and medical professionals. Myositis and You is available through amazon.com.

By reading this book, you will:

  • Learn what juvenile myositis (JM) is and how to explain it to children and teens
  • Understand the symptoms of JM, tests used to diagnose it, and how to find medical help
  • Find strategies to help cope with JM as a family
  • Understand treatment options and how health professionals track your child’s progress
  • Discover a number of resources to assist you in your journey

Proceeds from the sale of this book will help fund further research into juvenile myositis.

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What is IVIG?

What Parents Should Know About IVIg (Intra-Venous ImmunoGlobulin)

The questions about what to do before and post-IVIg to prevent side effects come up often. We know that IVIg can be a very beneficial treatment for JDM, yet it is not without potential side effects. Please read further to minimize the event’s trauma and prevent side effects, e.g., nausea, severe headaches, etc.

Skin Disease, Victoria Werth

Skin Disease for Clinicians

Dr. Victoria Werth, M.D., discusses the identification and treatment of skin manifestations associated with dermatomyositis. Her talk covers diagnostic criteria, various skin manifestations, the latest treatment approaches, and the complexities of managing this condition, all aimed at improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Getting the Diagnosis. Megan Curran, MD

Getting the Diagnosis

It often takes a bit of time for children with juvenile myositis (JM) to get a proper diagnosis. This is due to the fact that

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