18/02/2026
Dermatomyositis (DM) is an infrequently encountered idiopathic inflammatory myopathy distinguished by distinctive cutaneous manifestations and/or progressive muscle weakness. This review provides an updated exploration of DM, emphasizing cutaneous features, etiopathogenesis, and therapeutic implications. DM presents a heterogeneous spectrum, ranging from classic forms involving both skin and muscle to clinically amyopathic DM, which lacks significant muscle involvement but carries risks like interstitial lung disease (ILD) and malignancy.