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Can chiropractic help polymyalgia?
polymyalgia rheumatica
What does the medical abbreviation pmr mean?
Depending on context, it could mean polymyalgia rheumatica or patient medical report.
What does P M R mean when written on a blood test request form?
PMR is an acronym for: polymyalgia rheumatica.
What is the medical condition polymyalgia rheumatica?
Polymyalgia rheumatica is a syndrome that causes pain and stiffness in the hips and shoulders of people over the age of 50.
How do you break up the word polymyalgia?
poly- means many or multiple, my/o means muscle, and -algia means pain, so polymyalgia is pain in many muscle groups.
Is polymyalgia hereditary?
No, polymyalgia is not hereditary. Polymyalgia is a type of the rheumatic disorder that is associated with moderate to severe musculoskeletal pain and stiffness in the hip area, shoulder and the neck.
What is the medical term meaning group of genetic diseases characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of the skeletal muscles without affecting the nervous system?
Osteoarthritis, Gout and pseudogout, Lupus and Polymyalgia rheumatica
Is polymyalgia Rheumatica Curable?
Polymyalgia rheumatica is not considered curable, but it is manageable with treatment. Most patients respond well to corticosteroids, which can significantly alleviate symptoms and reduce inflammation. While many people experience remission and may eventually taper off medication, some may have persistent symptoms and require long-term management. Regular follow-up with a healthcare provider is essential to monitor and adjust treatment as needed.
The chronic disorder of unknown cause characterized by tender points and fatigue?
Fibryomyalgia or polymyalgia.
How did Barbara Billingsley - who played June Cleaver on 'Leave it to Beaver' die?
True, she did.
Did Barbara Billingsley die?
Barbara Billingsley died of polymyalgia on October 16, 2010.
What is the sex ratio of those that are afflicted with polymyalgia rheumatica?
Women are afflicted twice as often as men.
