For many years, myositis has been known as a disease that causes muscle weakness, fatigue, and inflammation. However, a new study reminds us that pain is also an important part…
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Clinical Trials Move Forward One Careful Step at a Time
If you’ve been following developments in myositis research, you’ve probably heard recent news that Novartis and Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) have paused certain clinical trials of experimental CAR T-cell therapies…
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FDA Approves First Oral Treatment for Adults with Dermatomyositis
If you’ve been hearing cheers from TMA today, there’s a good reason. We are absolutely thrilled to share news that many patients, care partners, clinicians, and researchers have been working…
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New Hope on the Horizon
Promising Trial News from argenx and Abcuro The myositis community recently received encouraging news from two companies developing treatments for different forms of myositis. While much work remains before these…
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Inflammation May Affect Mood
Children and teens living with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIM)—including juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM)—often face more than muscle weakness, fatigue, and skin symptoms. Many also struggle with mental health challenges, such as…
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