Exploring the Rare Association: A Case Report of Dermatomyositis Coexisting with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.

Dermatomyositis Coexisting with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.

Authors

  • M. Fida University of Medicine of Tirana Department of Dermatology and Venereology University Hospital Centre “Mother Theresa” Tirana Albania
  • M. Gega Private Dermatology Clinic “Skinthec Derma Center” Tirana Albania
  • O. Kaçani Private Dermatology Clinic “A Derma” Tirana Albania
  • E. Celiku Anatomo-Pathologu Department University Hospital Centre “Mother Theresa” Tirana Albania
  • I. Sotiri University of Medicine of Tirana Department of Dermatology and Venereology University Hospital Centre “Mother Theresa” Tirana Albania

Keywords:

Dermatomyositis, Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, rare association, multidisiplinary approach

Abstract

Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) is an autoimmune disease characterized by pancreatic β-cell destruction, leading to insulin deficiency and hyperglycemia. Coexisting autoimmune conditions are common, with thyroid diseases being prevalent. Dermatomyositis, a rare systemic autoimmune disorder, primarily affecting muscles and skin, has been infrequently reported in association with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, indicating a potential shared genetic susceptibility. This article aims to present a rare case of a 32-year-old patient with the simultaneous occurrence of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and dermatomyositis, with focus on the unique challenges and considerations in managing these coexisting autoimmune conditions.

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Author Biography

M. Fida, University of Medicine of Tirana Department of Dermatology and Venereology University Hospital Centre “Mother Theresa” Tirana Albania

Corresponding Author: 

Prof. As. Monika Fida

University of Medicine of Tirana,

Department of Dermatology and Venereology,

University Hospital Centre “Mother Theresa”,

Dibra Street, No. 372, Tirana, Albania

Tel: +355682064725

e-mail: monikafida@gmail.com

Published

2025-03-07

How to Cite

Fida, M., Gega, M., Kaçani, O., Celiku, E., & Sotiri, I. (2025). Exploring the Rare Association: A Case Report of Dermatomyositis Coexisting with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.: Dermatomyositis Coexisting with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. WDC Journal, 1(1), ahead of print. Retrieved from https://scientificeditorial.com/index.php/wdc-journal/article/view/Exploring-the-Rare-Association-A-Case-Report-of-Dermatomyositis

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): WDC Journal

Section

CASE REPORT
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