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Polymyalgia rheumatica
An inflammatory condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulders, hips, and neck.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
42 years experience
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Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Polymyalgia rheumatica (pmr) anyone know anything more about its causes?
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Is it possible for people with polymyalgia rheumatica to have sharp pain?
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In order for me to be diagnosed for polymyalgia rheumatica, do I need to see a rheumatologist?
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How Are Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis Related?
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What are the main differences between chronic fatigue syndrome and polymyalgia rhumatica?
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