How is polymyositis identified?
When I was actively muscle wasting I lost 40 pounds in 2.5 months.
I first noticed having difficulty standing from a seated position, then I had trouble raising my arms above my head, and other impacts from there.
Because our diaphragm is smooth muscle tissue, things like breathing were also impacted.  
How fortunate I am that we have been able to halt the progress of my muscle wasting is something I'm very grateful for.

Episode 241: My Introduction To Deafness

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