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What is the definition of Inclusion Body Myositis?

Inclusion body myositis (IBM) is a progressive muscle disorder characterized by muscle inflammation, weakness, and atrophy (wasting). It is a type of inflammatory myopathy. The most common symptoms include progressive weakness of the legs, arms, fingers, and wrists. Some people also have weakness of the facial muscles (especially muscles controlling eye closure), or difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). Muscle cramping and pain are uncommon, but have been reported in some people. The underlying cause of IBM is poorly understood and likely involves the interaction of genetic, immune-related, and environmental factors. Some people may have a genetic predisposition to developing IBM, but the condition itself typically is not inherited.

What are the alternative names for Inclusion Body Myositis?

Inclusion body myositis
IBM
Inflammatory myopathy
Sporadic inclusion body myositis

Who are the top Inclusion Body Myositis Local Doctors?

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Dr. Namita A. Goyal

Neurology

Elite in Inclusion Body Myositis

Dr. Namita A. Goyal

Neurology

UCI Health - Irvine

19200 Jamboree Road, Suite 4200,

Irvine, CA

Recognized by The Myositis Association

714-456-2332

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Namita Goyal is a Neurologist in Irvine, California. Dr. Goyal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis. Her top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myositis, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Dr. Goyal is currently accepting new patients.

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Dr. Anthony A. Amato

Neurology

Elite in Inclusion Body Myositis

Dr. Anthony A. Amato

Neurology

Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

60 Fenwood Road, Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 1st Floor,

Boston, MA

Recognized by The Myositis Association

617-732-8046

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Anthony Amato is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Amato is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis. His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Polymyositis, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amato is currently accepting new patients.

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Dr. Richard J. Barohn

Neurology

Elite in Inclusion Body Myositis

Dr. Richard J. Barohn

Neurology

The Curators Of The University Of Missouri

1020 Hitt St, Neurology Clinic Univ Of M,

Columbia, MO

Recognized by The Myositis Association

573-882-3133

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Richard Barohn is a Neurologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Barohn is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis. His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, Myositis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Thymectomy. Dr. Barohn is currently accepting new patients.

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