Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month: Myositis.
Myositis is a term used to describe inflammation in the muscles. This condition may be caused by injury, infection, or autoimmune conditions. There are several categories of Myositis : 1. Inflammatory : A condition that causes inflammation throughout the body has the potential to affect the muscles, thus causing the inflammation. A majority of these involve autoimmune conditions. Autoimmune diseases describe an event where the body attacks its own tissues. Some of the autoimmune conditions that may cause myositis include: -Rheumatoid Arthritis -Scleroderma -Lupus 2. Infection: Viral infections are among the most common illnesses that can cause myositis. These viral infections include: flu, cold, and HIV. 3. Drugs: There are several medications and illicit drugs that can cause temporary damage to muscles. Some of these include: alcohol, plaquenil, statins, and cocaine. 4. Injury: Intense workouts can cause swelling and pain in the muscles. This...