Polymyalgia Rheumatica
A syndrome with pain or stiffness, usually in the neck, shoulders, upper arms and hips, but which may occur all over the body. The pain can be very sudden, or can occur gradually over a period.
About Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Polymyalgia rheumatica causes muscle pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulder, and hip. The pain and stiffness usually occur in the morning or when you haven’t been moving for awhile. It typically lasts longer than 30 minutes. For most people, the condition develops gradually. But for some people it can develop quickly—even overnight. In addition to stiffness, you may have a fever, weakness, and weight loss.
The cause of polymyalgia rheumatica is not known. It is linked to immune system problems, genes, and an event, like an infection, that triggers symptoms. It is rare in people under age 50. Since it becomes more common the older you get, it may be linked to the aging process.
Polymyalgia rheumatica usually goes away within 1 year, but it could last several years….Read more about Polymyalgia Rheumatica NIH – National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases