Polymyalgia Rheumatica

What Is Polymyalgia Rheumatica?

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Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is an inflammatory disease that causes joint pain the neck, shoulders, and hips. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for PMR.

An inflamed shoulder bursa.

Overview

An inflamed shoulder bursa.

What Is Polymyalgia Rheumatica?

Symptoms

Both hip joints experiencing pain.

Polymyalgia Rheumatica Symptoms

Causes and Diagnosis

DNA strand

Risk Factors and Possible Causes of Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Arm being cleaned with a cotton ball for a blood test

Diagnosis of Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Treatment

Senior woman emptying prescription pills into her hand

Polymyalgia Rheumatica Treatment

Wellness

Plate of salmon with tomatoes and lemon slices

Diet and Supplements for Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Senior couple stretching outdoors

3 Strategies for Coping with Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)