Cure JM’s 20th Year Opens With the Promise of Four New Research Grants
Research Grants: New Grantees and Exciting Updates From Existing Grant Recipients This year saw a very strong field of grant applications across a variety of JDM research projects. Again, we saw applications spanning the globe, recognition of the Cure JM Foundation’s preeminence in JM research, and global reach. There is a robust process to rank […]
What is Juvenile Myositis?
Juvenile myositis, including juvenile dermatomyositis and juvenile polymyositis, is a group of rare and life-threatening autoimmune diseases, in which the body’s immune system attacks its own cells and tissues.
Juvenile Myositis 101
A world-renowned pediatric rheumatologist and immunologist tells us what juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) is, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
Treatment Plans for Juvenile Myositis
A treatment plan is based on many factors, including the severity and expression of the juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM). Each case is different and the symptoms can change over time.
Signs and Symptoms of Juvenile Myositis
Example images of JM symptoms including calcinosis, skin rashes, gottron papules, lipodystrophy, heliotrope eyelids, plaquenil reactions, and steroid effects.
Six Best Practices for the Newly Diagnosed
In speaking with JM families, we’ve identified seven “best practices” that are absolutely crucial when you, your child and family are battling juvenile myositis.
Myositis and You
This comprehensive guide to juvenile dermatomyositis features over 450 pages with contributions from over 80 experts and medical professionals.
Resources for Emotional and Mental Health
Having a chronic and rare disease is a challenging experience for anyone to go through, and especially difficult on children and adolescents.
Juvenile Myositis Educational Video
This video provides an overview of juvenile myositis for families newly diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) or juvenile polymyositis (JPM).
Top 10 Tips for JM Families
The first few days, weeks and months after diagnosis are often overwhelming. We hope these ideas help you find ways to organize and support yourself and your child as you begin this new journey.
Cadence’s Story
Cadence was only 18 months old when she was diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis. Her mother took her to their pediatrician’s office multiple times, only for covering nurses to misdiagnose her symptoms. “I knew something more was going on—I just did not know what,” says Stephanie, Cadence’s mom. Stephanie described Cadence’s symptoms to a physician co-worker, who […]
Nathanael’s Story
Nathanael was an active 7-year-old. In the summer of 2014, he played baseball under the Southern California sun, and that’s when the rash started. “He started having this weird rash on his legs,” says Maggie, Nathanael’s mom. They brushed it off as allergies and looked for the right cream, assuming it would eventually disappear. Then […]