Guest guest Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Muscle diseases Myopathy Myopathies are diseases of skeletal muscle which are not caused by nerve disorders. These diseases cause the skeletal or voluntary muscles to become weak or wasted. Myopathies are usually degenerative, but they are sometimes caused by drug side effects, chemical poisoning, or a chronic disorder of the immune system. Chronic fatigue syndrome Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is an illness characterized by prolonged, debilitating fatigue and multiple nonspecific symptoms such as headaches, recurrent sore throats, muscle and joint pains, memory and concentration difficulties. Chronic fatigue syndrome is a debilitating and complex disorder characterized by profound fatigue of six months. Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a debilitating chronic illness characterized by diffuse pain, fatigue, and a wide range of other symptoms. It is a syndrome, not a disease. It is not contagious, and is probably genetic. It affects more women than men, mostly between ages 20 and 50. It is seen in 3-10% of the general population. Muscular dystrophy Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a broad term that describes a genetic (inherited) disorder of the muscles. Muscular dystrophy causes the muscles in the body to become very weak. The muscles break down and are replaced with fatty deposits over time. Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder that is characterized by muscle wasting and weakening. Dermatomyositis Dermatomyositis is one of a group of inflammatory muscle diseases. It is a subtype of inflammatory muscle disease. Dermatomyositis may affect people of any race, age or sex, although it is twice as common in women than in men. Dermatomyositis belongs to a group of conditions called inflammatory myopathies. Polymyositis Polymyositis is a systemic connective tissue disorder characterized by inflammatory and degenerative changes in the muscles, leading to symmetric weakness and some degree of muscle atrophy. Polymyositis is slightly more common in females. It affects all age groups, although its onset is most common in middle childhood and in the twenties. Rhabdomyolysis Rhabdomyolysis is the breakdown of muscle fibers resulting in the release of muscle fiber contents into the circulation. Some of these are toxic to the kidney and frequenty result in kidney damage. Many clinical features of rhabdomyolysis are nonspecific, and the course of the syndrome varies depending on the underlying condition. Compartment syndrome Compartment syndrome involves the compression of nerves and blood vessels within an enclosed space. Compartment syndrome is a condition in which there is swelling and an increase in pressure within a limited space (a compartment) that presses on and compromises blood vessels, nerves, and/or tendons that run through that compartment. Topics in bone, joint, and muscle disorders Bone diseases Bone tumors Bone cancer Muscle diseases Spine (neck and back) disorders Dupuytren's contracture Costochondritis Bunions Plantar fasciitis Arthritis Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis Septic arthritis (infectious Arthritis) Psoriatic arthritis Reiter's syndrome (reactive arthritis) Ankylosing spondylitis Gout (gouty arthritis) Tendinitis Osteoporosis Whiplash Fibromyalgia All information is intended for reference only. Please consult your physician for accurate medical advices and treatment. Copyright 2005, health-cares.net, all rights reserved. Last update: July 18, 2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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