Extractions: InjuryBoard.com September 9, 2005 Bayer Corporation has faced thousands of lawsuits over its withdrawn cholesterol medication Baycol Personal Injury Guidant Defibrillator Recall Vioxx / Rofecoxib ... Injuries Myositis Overview If you or a family member has been injured, contact a personal injury attorney today. Just fill out InjuryBoard.com's on-line questionnaire and have a personal injury lawyer review your potential personal injury claim - free of charge. Ask an Attorney Myositis includes a variety of muscular diseases that cause degeneration of muscle tissue. As myositis progresses, muscle fibers throughout the body are destroyed, resulting in decreasing strength, and making even the simplest physical activities difficult. Although the disorder generally only affects muscles, myositis can also harm the heart (which is actually a muscle), lungs skin and intestines. Sometimes, muscle deterioration may occur only in one part of the body such as an arm or leg. If you experience muscle tenderness or weakness, ask your doctor about undergoing a blood test known as creatine kinase (CK) or creatine phosphokinase (CPK). These tests can help determine whether you are suffering from myositis.
Johns Hopkins Arthritis ACR 2004 Highlights On Myositis Johns Hopkins Arthritis Presents myositis Highlights from the American College of Rheumatology 2004 Annual Meeting. http://www.hopkins-arthritis.som.jhmi.edu/edu/acr2004/myositis.html
Extractions: Abstract 1785: Impact of Creatine Supplements on Muscle Function Abstract 118: Effects of High-Dose Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIg) Treatment Pathogenesis Abstract 1102: Enhanced Autoantigen Expression in Regenerating Muscle Cells in Myositis: A Key Component Underlying the Self-Sustaining Nature of Systemic Autoimmune Disease. Livia Casciola-Rosen, Kanneboyina Nagaraju, Paul Plotz, Stuart Levine, Andrea Corse, Antony Rosen Purpose: Because there are distinct clinical phenotypes in systemic autoimmune diseases such as idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIM), yet ubiquitous expression of autoantigens, the authors sought to better define the mechanisms underlying the striking association of targets of the immune response with disease phenotype. Perhaps better understanding of these targets can lead to elucidation of relevant pathogenic and therapeutic pathways. Methods: Autoantigen expression and markers of muscle cell regeneration were analyzed by immunoblotting and immunocytochemistry in muscle biopsies from controls (n=8) or patients with autoimmune myositis (n=15). Autoantigen expression was also evaluated as a function of differentiation of myoblasts into myotubes
Johns Hopkins Arthritis ACR 2003 Highlights On Myositis Johns Hopkins Arthritis Presents myositis Highlights from the American College of Rheumatology 2003 Annual Meeting. http://www.hopkins-arthritis.som.jhmi.edu/edu/acr2003/myositis.html
Extractions: L. Rider, E. Giannini, H. Brunner, N. Ruperto, A. Reed, L. James-Newton, T. Sanghvi, M. Cronin, I. Garcia-de la Torre, D. Isenberg, L. Kagen, T. Levine, I. Lundberg, C. Oddis, S. Rutkove, K. Sivakumar, Y. Song, I. Targoff, J. Vencovsky, R. Wortmann, S. Ytterberg, P. Lachenbruch, F. Miller, for the International Myositis Assessment and Clinic Studies (IMACS) Group Objective: Recently, a core set of outcome measures for adult myositis has been developed. The authors, therefore, sought to develop a responder index, which combines the core measures for use in clinical trials. Specifically, they wanted to determine a preliminary definition of improvement (DOI). Methods: Experts in the field of adult myositis rated 113 paper patient profiles, based on data from 4 NIH clinical trials, as "clinically improved" or "not improved." Nominal group technique was used to reach consensus - defined here as 70% or greater agreement. Consensus was achieved in 102 of the 113 cases. The six core set measures of disease status used were: Physician Global activity; Patient Global Activity; Muscle Strength; Physical Function; Muscle Enzymes, and Extra-muscular Activity. These consensus patient profiles were next used to test the DOIs for sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values, and rate of false positives and false negatives. Thirteen candidate DOI's that had greater than or equal to 80% sensitivity and specificity in the adult paper patient profile dataset were presented to a working group of 15 myositis experts then ranked their top choices for validity and ease of use.
Extractions: Vioxx Joint Center Arthritis in Hands Myositis, inclusion body myositis, polymyositis, dermatomyositis, myositis ossificans, tension myositis syndrome, lupus myositis, lumbar myositis, myalgia myositis, myositis disease, muscle myositis, myositis symptom, Myositis, inclusion body myositis, polymyositis, dermatomyositis, myositis ossificans, tension myositis syndrome, lupus myositis, lumbar myositis, myalgia myositis, myositis disease, muscle myositis, myositis symptom, Myositis, inclusion body myositis, polymyositis, dermatomyositis, myositis ossificans, tension myositis syndrome, lupus myositis, lumbar myositis, myalgia myositis, myositis disease, muscle myositis, myositis symptom Myositis (my-OH-sigh-tiss) is a rare disease in which the immune system chronically inflames the bodys own healthy muscle tissue. No one knows what triggers the immune systems attack. Persistent inflammation progressively weakens the muscles. Myositis can take several forms, usually develops slowly over time and can range in severity from mild to debilitating or worse. Both children and adults can get it.
Muscular Dystrophy Campaign A factsheet that describes what inclusion body myositis is, how the condition is caused and how a diagnosis is made. http://www.muscular-dystrophy.org/information_resources/factsheets/medical_condi
Extractions: You can download this factsheet as a Word document Inclusion body myositis factsheet (38 kb) Inclusion body myositis is a disease of muscle that causes muscles to become thin and weak. It was recognised as a disease in its own right in the 1960s. It usually occurs in middle to late life and is more common in men than women. We donât know how many people in the UK are affected but it is the most common muscle disease diagnosed after the age of 50. Nevertheless, it is sufficiently rare that most general practitioners will not have looked after patients with inclusion body myositis before, and many doctors will not have heard of the condition.
Myositis Ossificans myositis ossificans is a condition that causes abnormal bone formation within deep muscle tissue. myositis ossificans generally occurs in athletes who http://orthopedics.about.com/od/sportsinjuries/g/myositis.htm
Extractions: var zLb=0; zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zfs=0;zCMt='a67' About Orthopedics Sports Injuries Myositis Ossificans Orthopedics Essentials Broken Bone Menu Knee Pain Causes ... Help zau(256,140,140,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/C.htm','');w(xb+xb+' ');zau(256,140,140,'von','http://z.about.com/0/ip/496/6.htm','');w(xb+xb); Sign Up Now for the Orthopedics newsletter! FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Definition: Myositis ossificans is an unusual condition that often occurs in athletes who sustain a blunt injury that causes deep tissue bleeding. A typical story is a soccer player who is kicked forcefully in the mid-thigh, and develops pain and significant bruising. The soft-tissues that were injured in the traumatic event initially develops a hematoma, and subsequently develop the myositis ossificans. The word myositis ossificans means that bone forms within the muscle, and this occurs at the site of the hematoma. No one knows exactly why this occurs in some people.
Focal Myositis FOCAL myositis. H E stain, H E stain, H E stain. Muscle morphology. Perimysium is markedly widened. Perimysium is populated by large cells with surrounding http://www.neuro.wustl.edu/neuromuscular/pathol/focalmyositis.htm
Jo-1 Myositis myositis WITH ANTIJo-1 ANTIBODIES. PROMINENT PERIMYSIAL PATHOLOGY H E stain Return to Inflammatory myopathies Return to Jo-1 myositis 6/21/2003. http://www.neuro.wustl.edu/neuromuscular/pathol/jo1.htm
HealthBoards Bulletin Board Health related message board for myositis patients, families, friends, and caregivers. http://www.healthboards.com/cgi/forumdisplay.cgi?action=topics&forum=Myositis&nu
HealthBoards - Myositis Threads in Board myositis, Board Tools lots of questions about myositis ( Multipage thread 1 2 ). Rorie. 05-26-2005 1007 AM http://www.healthboards.com/boards/forumdisplay.php?f=90
Myositis : Virtual Hospital - Health Topics A-Z myositis. All Topics Adult Patient Topics Adult Provider Topics Pediatric Patient Topics Pediatric Provider Topics. For Adult Patients http://www.vh.org/navigation/vh/topics/adult_patient_myositis.html
Health News & Article - Myositis Latest health article news about myositis and Children from PubMed ClinicalTrials.gov myositis news from National Institutes of Health http://www.sl100.net/topic/topic/myositis/
Extractions: Health education or patient education is important aspect of disease management program. Even some programs, especially some chronic disease management can go further and introduced self-management for some aspect of illness. Good example is management of arthritis. There are a variety of models for both formal and informal self-management. However, the core concepts involve engagement in self-care, improved self-monitoring, interactions with healthcare professionals and coping with disease. Self-management programs are mostly provided to people with chronic diseases like arthritis, diabetes, and some skin diseases. Patient education and self-management programs are aim to improve the efficiency and quality of the healthcare process and overall improve quality of life. It is not really about reduction in doctor visits or clinic attendances. Even sometime, an improved healthcare process can include more frequent use of services because of improved compliance. In this website, you can find resources for articles about common health topics and news. New findings in the field are included some articles. Topics are categories in the alphabetical order and you can use Health Article Search Box to search the topic you want.
Baycol Myositis myositis is the term for illnesses that involve muscle inflammation ( myo means muscle All forms of myositis involve persistent, muscle inflammation. http://www.zimmreed.com/FSL5CS/practiceareadescriptions/practiceareadescriptions
Extractions: WHAT IS MYOSITIS? Myositis is the term for illnesses that involve muscle inflammation ("myo" means muscle and "itis" means inflammation). All forms of myositis involve persistent, muscle inflammation. This muscle inflammation almost always results in weakness, and less often in heat, swelling, and pain of the muscles. Rarely, myositis can occur in a single part of the body, such as one arm or one leg. SYMPTOMS The major symptom of myositis is muscle weakness. Hip and shoulder muscles are most likely to be involved. This often results in difficulty combing hair; putting on heavy clothes; getting out of a bathtub, bed, chair, or car; and climbing stairs. Other muscles sometimes affected are those in the front of the neck, making it difficult to raise your head when lying down. Occasionally, other neck and throat muscles are affected, making it hard for some people to swallow, sing, or even speak clearly. If your chest muscles or lungs are affected, you may have trouble breathing. CONTACT US If you would like to complete a confidential questionnaire detailing specific injuries you believe are realted to your use of Baycol, please
Masticatorymusclemyositis Masticatory muscle myositis is an immunemediated disease in which the bodys immune system What breeds are affected by masticatory muscle myositis? http://www.upei.ca/~cidd/Diseases/musculoskeletal/masticatorymusclemyositis.htm
Extractions: related term: eosinophilic myositis What is masticatory muscle myositis? How is masticatory muscle myositis inherited? Unknown. What breeds are affected by masticatory muscle myositis The German shepherd dog is most frequently affected, but this disease is also reported in other large breed dogs, including the English pointer and springer spaniel. For many breeds and many disorders, the studies to determine the mode of inheritance or the frequency in the breed have not been carried out, or are inconclusive. We have listed breeds for which there is a consensus among those investigating in this field and among veterinary practitioners, that the condition is significant in this breed. What does masticatory muscle myositis Many dogs affected with masticatory muscle myositis will improve with drug therapy. How is masticatory muscle myositis diagnosed? Your veterinarian will suspect this disease if your dog has painful, swollen masticatory muscles, with pain on opening the jaw. The diagnosis can be confirmed with a muscle biopsy to examine the cells with a microscope. Special techniques may be used to test for specific antibodies. How is masticatory muscle myositis treated?
Myositis myositis Association of America (MAA) A nonprofit organization committed to helping people with inflammatory myopathies through a variety of information http://www.reference.com/Dir/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Auto-Immune_Disorder
Extractions: Julia's Juvenile Dermatomyositis (JDMS) Diary How one family is dealing with JDMS, a rare auto-immune disease that affects the muscles and skin. Other families in a similar situation may find this useful. Myositis Association of America (MAA) A non-profit organization committed to helping people with inflammatory myopathies through a variety of information and support services. American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, Inc. (AARDA) AARDA is dedicated to the eradication of autoimmune diseases and the alleviation of suffering and the socioeconomic impact of autoimmunity through fostering and facilitating collaboration in the areas of education, research, and patient services in an effective, ethical and efficient manner. National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. (NORD) NORD is a unique federation of more than 140 not-for-profit voluntary health organizations serving people with rare disorders and disabilities. Sharon's Myositis Homepage Dedicated to all who suffer from Myositis.
Disease - Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) The inclusion body myopathies (not myositis, since there is no Inclusion body myositis is often diagnosed in cases of polymyositis that are http://disability.ucdavis.edu/resources/diseases/list/disease.asp?id=48
Health Information Resource Database: The Myositis Association The myositis Association (TMA) is a nonprofit organization committed to helping people TMA has the world s largest database of myositis information for http://www.health.gov/NHIC/NHICScripts/Entry.cfm?HRCode=HR2679
