Treatable Myopathies
Inflammatory Myositis: This is a group of inflammatory muscle diseases, including polymyositis and dermatomyositis. These autoimmune disorders cause muscle inflammation and weakness and can also affect other body systems.
Statin-Associated Myopathies: Statins, which are medications used to lower cholesterol, can occasionally cause muscle damage. Statin-associated myopathies range from mild muscle pain to severe conditions like rhabdomyolysis, which can lead to kidney damage.
