What Is Polymyositis?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
9. Medication
Most patients with the condition will be given medication that will help to suppress the immune system, reducing the harm it can do to the body. However, this has the downside of making the patient more susceptible to other diseases. In addition, patients are usually given corticosteroids.
One of the most useful aspects of steroids is that they are very effective in controlling polymyositis symptoms. They can help to relieve pain and decrease the levels of inflammation in the body. Steroids can also have unwanted side effects, however, so they will need to be used with caution.
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