Dermatomyositis

usgb/ˌdɜr.mə.təˌmaɪ.əˈsaɪ.tɪs/
noun

Dermatomyositis is a rare disease that involves inflammation of the skin and muscles, leading to muscle weakness and skin rashes.

She was diagnosed with dermatomyositis after experiencing muscle weakness and a distinctive rash.
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muscle weakness,skin rash,autoimmune disease

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