Notes in 01_Polymyalgia Rheumatica

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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Polymyalgia Rheumatica}} is an inflammatory condition of the elderly that has a close relationship with {{c2::giant cell arteritis}}
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c1::Polymyalgia Rheumatica}} {{c2::Sudden onset of shoulder +/- pelvic girdle stiffness}} {{c2::Usually >70 yrs}} {{c2::ESR >4…
Published	02/10/2024	Investigation of Polymyalgia Rheumatica {{c1::Raised ESR >100}}{{c1::Anaemia}}
Published	02/10/2024	20% of patients with {{c1::PMR}} may have evidence of {{c2::GCA}}
Published	02/10/2024	50% of patients with {{c1::GCA}} may have {{c2::PMR}}
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of Polymyalgia Rheumatica {{c1::Clinical history}} {{c1::Age >50}} {{c1::ESR >50}} {{c1::Dramatic steroid response}}
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Polymyalgia Rheumatica {{c1::18-24 month course treatment Prednisolone 15mg/daily for 4 weeks Prednisolone 2.5mg reduction monthly until…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::DEXA scan}} must be done prior to steroid therapy in Polymyalgia Rheumatica to minimise fracture risk
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