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
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
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.
What are the latest approaches to managing skin disease and the best strategies for keeping my child sun safe? Featuring Drs. Susan Kim and Adam
Having a chronic and rare disease is a challenging experience for anyone to go through, and especially difficult on children and adolescents.
Example images of JM symptoms including calcinosis, skin rashes, gottron papules, lipodystrophy, heliotrope eyelids, plaquenil reactions, and steroid effects.
With Dr. Laura Tasan
How to apply the nutrition and exercise recommendations sometimes provided by healthcare providers and make them work for your family in the “real world.”
Helpful tips from other JM families on topics like reducing anxiety during treatments, shots and blood draws, dentist visits, sun shades, journaling, and more!
Many students with juvenile dermatomyositis or juvenile polymyositis need some special accommodations at school. And although each student is different, here is a list of
Learn about the neuroscience of stress and how stressors impact one’s ability to cope with stress. Learn practices that help build resilience, self-awareness and improve
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