Suhani Bhatnagar, who performed the childhood position of Babita Kumari Phogat in Aamir Khan’s film ‘Dangal’, died in Delhi on 16 February. She was solely 19 years outdated. Suhani’s demise was confirmed by Aamir Khan’s manufacturing home. Suhani’s dad and mom spoke to the media and informed what precisely occurred to their daughter.
Suhani’s father informed the media, ‘Suhani’s fingers began swelling 2 months in the past. Initially it was thought of regular however later the swelling unfold to the entire physique together with the opposite hand. Even after consulting docs, the illness couldn’t be recognized and he or she was admitted to AIIMS.
When checks have been finished, it was discovered that Suhani had dermatomyositis which is a uncommon autoimmune illness. The one remedy for this illness is steroids. When Suhani was given steroids, her immunity began weakening. Resulting from weak immunity, Suhani obtained an an infection within the hospital and her lungs grew to become weak, resulting from which liquid began accumulating in them. It grew to become tough to breathe and he or she died.
What’s dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a type of polymyositis that impacts the pores and skin in addition to the muscle mass of an individual. It causes muscle weak spot in addition to pores and skin rashes. It might probably additionally trigger extreme signs that have an effect on your skill to breathe and swallow.
Dr. Shweta Singhai, Senior Marketing consultant of Rheumatology at Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru, informed the media in an interview, ‘Dermatomyositis is a really uncommon illness that impacts 2-3 out of 1 lakh individuals. The precise reason behind this illness is unknown however it could be resulting from viral an infection of the muscle mass which can result in the event of autoantibodies within the muscle mass and different tissues of the physique, bacterial an infection, vaccination, UV radiation.’
Dr. Shweta additional added, ‘Typically medicines like statins used to cut back ldl cholesterol can be accountable for dermatomyositis.’
Dermatomyositis signs
‘In dermatomyositis, together with swelling within the physique, the muscle mass change into weak and rashes seem on the physique. The rashes on the physique are purple in colour which happen across the eyes, neck, cheeks, entrance of the chest or on the higher again. The muscle mass of the shoulder, higher arm, hips, thigh and neck damage and change into very weak, so the affected individual has lots of issue in elevating the fingers above the shoulder. Ache and swelling within the joints, swelling within the muscle mass of the center and lungs, cuticles on the folds of the nails, swelling within the blood vessels are its main signs.’
Illness analysis and remedy
The affected person might have a PET scan to diagnose dermatomyositis. The physician can also do a biopsy, chest scan and MRI to substantiate irritation contained in the muscle. Though there isn’t any treatment for dermatomyositis, speech remedy, IVIG, immunosuppressant medicine, corticosteroids, bodily remedy, train and relaxation can cut back its signs.
If left untreated, it could additionally trigger issue in swallowing and inhaling affected individuals. This illness requires fast remedy. The earlier you begin remedy, the extra doubtless you might be to keep away from extreme signs.
Dr. Shweta Singhai says that avoiding publicity to daylight, utilizing sunscreen and sporting photoprotective clothes are included in its remedy. If anybody experiences any of the above signs for a very long time, then contact the physician instantly.
