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[Plasma separation in severe juvenile dermatomyositis].

J W Scharf, D V Michalk

    Monatsschrift Kinderheilkunde : Organ Der Deutschen Gesellschaft Fur Kinderheilkunde
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Plasma exchange effectively treated a child with severe dermatomyositis unresponsive to standard therapies. This approach rapidly improved skin and muscle symptoms, allowing for reduced corticosteroid use without relapse.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Rheumatology
    • Immunology

    Background:

    • Dermatomyositis is a rare autoimmune disease causing muscle weakness and skin rashes.
    • Standard treatments like corticosteroids and immunosuppressants are not always effective.