Who treats Myositis in Visakhapatnam?
At MRKC, Visakhapatnam, myositis is diagnosed and treated by rheumatologist Dr. Nagamounika Kothapalli, with tests for muscle enzymes, antibodies and lung involvement.
What is Myositis?
Myositis means inflammation of the muscles. In autoimmune myositis — such as dermatomyositis and polymyositis — the immune system attacks muscle, causing weakness, mostly of the shoulders, hips and thighs.
Dermatomyositis also causes a rash on the eyelids, knuckles, chest or back. Some patients have lung involvement. In adults, dermatomyositis is sometimes linked with an underlying cancer, so screening is part of the evaluation.
Common symptoms
- Difficulty getting up from a chair, squatting or climbing stairs
- Difficulty lifting arms to comb hair
- Purple rash on the eyelids or red patches over the knuckles
- Muscle aches and tiredness
- Difficulty swallowing or a change in voice
- Breathlessness or dry cough
⚠️ See a doctor soon if you notice
Do not wait for your next appointment. For an emergency, go to the nearest hospital.
🥄
Choking on foodSwallowing muscles involved
😮💨
BreathlessnessPossible lung involvement
🚻
Dark urineSevere muscle breakdown
Tests that help
Not every patient needs every test. The doctor chooses tests based on your symptoms and old reports.
- CPK (creatine kinase) and other muscle enzymes
- Myositis antibody panel
- EMG (nerve-muscle test)
- MRI of the thigh muscles
- Muscle or skin biopsy
- HRCT chest and lung function tests
- Age-appropriate cancer screening
How we care for Myositis at MRKC
1
Confirm the type
Examination, muscle enzymes, antibodies, MRI and biopsy as needed.
2
Start treatment
Steroids with medicines such as methotrexate, azathioprine or mycophenolate; IVIG or rituximab in severe cases.
3
Protect lungs and swallowing
Lung tests and swallowing assessment.
4
Rebuild strength
Physiotherapy once inflammation settles.
Everyday tips
🏋️
Gentle exercise
Guided physiotherapy improves strength.
☀️
Sun protection
For dermatomyositis rash.
🦴
Bone care
While on steroids.
Frequently asked questions
Which doctor treats Myositis in Visakhapatnam?
At MRKC, Visakhapatnam, myositis is diagnosed and treated by rheumatologist Dr. Nagamounika Kothapalli, with tests for muscle enzymes, antibodies and lung involvement.
Will my strength come back?
Most patients regain much of their strength with treatment, though it can take months.
Why cancer screening?
In adults with dermatomyositis, some cases are linked with cancer. Screening is a precaution — most patients do not have cancer.
How do I book an appointment at MRKC?
Book online at mrkc.in/emr/book, or call / WhatsApp 91824 19306. You can pay at the clinic. Please bring all old reports and your current medicines.
తెలుగులో
మయోసైటిస్ (కండరాల బలహీనత) కోసం విశాఖపట్నం, MVP కాలనీలోని MRKC లో రుమటాలజిస్ట్ డా. నాగమౌనిక కొత్తపల్లి గారిని సంప్రదించండి. అపాయింట్మెంట్ కోసం 91824 19306 కు కాల్ లేదా వాట్సాప్ చేయండి.
Related conditions
This page gives general health information and does not replace a consultation with a doctor. Medical content reviewed by Dr. Nagamounika Kothapalli (Rheumatologist, Reg. No: APMC/FMR/96274). Last reviewed: 27 October 2026.