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What is polymyalgia rheumatica?
An autoimmune disease caused by the body's immune system attacking itself. Risk factors include older age and being female.
Symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica
Joint pain
Pain in the same joints on both left and right sides.
Difficulty moving the joint(s)
Joint stiffness lasting for more than an hour in the morning
Fever
Stiff, rigid muscles causing difficulty bending joints
Hip pain
Shoulder pain
Questions your doctor may ask to check for polymyalgia rheumatica
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose polymyalgia rheumatica
Do you have any joint pain?
Do you have the same joint pain on both sides of your body (symmetrical)?
Are your joints stiff and difficult to move?
Do you have joint stiffness that last for more than an hour in the morning?
Do you have a fever?
Treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica
Steroids can be administered to decrease inflammation and alleviate symptoms. Treatment may last from several months to years.
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