POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
The signs and symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica (pol-e-my-AL-juh rue-MAT-ih-kuh), which is an inflammatory disorder that causes muscle pain and stiffness, especially in the shoulders, typically start quickly and get worse in the morning.
Rarely does polymyalgia rheumatica affect those under the age of 50, typically affecting those over the age of 65.
It is possible to have both of these conditions at the same time because this condition is related to a different inflammatory known as giant cell arteritis, which can also cause headaches, vision problems, jaw pain, and tenderness on the scalp.
SYMPTOMS OF POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
Polymyalgia rheumatica symptoms and signs can include the following and typically affect both sides of the body:
- shoulders that hurt or are achy
- neck pain, upper arm pain, buttock pain, hip pain, or thigh pain
- Affected areas becoming stiff, especially in the morning or after inactivity for a while
- Motion is restricted in the affected areas.
- Your knees, elbows, or wrists may be painful or stiff.
Additional signs and symptoms that one might experience include:
- Mild fever
- Fatigue
- a persistent illness (malaise) feeling
- Loss of appetite
- Unintended weight loss
- Depression
CAUSE OF POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
Two elements appear to be involved in the onset of polymyalgia rheumatica, although the exact cause is unknown.
- Our susceptibility may be increased by specific genes and gene variations.
- An environmental exposure.
Giant cell arthritis
The signs and symptoms of giant cell arthritis include headaches, jaw pain, vision issues, and tenderness on the scalp. If untreated, this condition can result in stroke or blindness because it causes inflammation in the lining of the arteries, most frequently the arteries in the temples.
RISK FACTORS OF POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
Among the polymyalgia rheumatica risk factors are:
- The most common age range for onset of polymyalgia rheumatica is between the ages of 70 and 80.
- The likelihood of women developing the disorder is two to three times higher.
- White people with Scandinavian or northern European ancestry are more likely to have polymyalgia rheumatica.
COMPLICATION OF POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
Our capacity to carry out routine tasks, such as:
- arising from a chair, leaving a vehicle, or rising from a bed
- Using a hair comb or taking a shower
- Getting dressed
Our health, relationships with others, exercise, sleep, and general well-being can all be impacted by these challenges.
Peripheral arterial disease is also thought to be more prevalent in those with polymyalgia rheumatica, despite the fact that it is typically mild and well-managed.
DIAGNOSIS OF POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
In order to assess your range of motion, your doctor may gently move your head and limbs while performing a physical examination, which includes joint and neurological exams.
Blood tests
Imaging tests
teroid treatment is usually very effective at treating polymyalgia rheumatica. However, because it can increase your risk of getting osteoporosis, it’s important to think about other risk factors associated with this condition.
You run a higher risk of getting osteoporosis if you smoke or consume large amounts of alcohol.
Osteoporosis can be prevented by making sure you consume enough calcium, vitamin D, and engage in weight-bearing exercise.
Keeping active:
Finding the right balance between rest and activity is important if you have polymyalgia rheumatica because too much exercise can exacerbate your symptoms while activity typically reduces pain and stiffness in the shoulders, hips, and thighs.
In order to lessen discomfort and preserve mobility, physiotherapy may be used, along with shoulder range-of-motion exercises.
Exercises involving weight bearing help maintain bone density and lower the risk of osteoporosis.
Walking is typically the most appropriate weight-bearing exercise for people with polymyalgia rheumatica, but other activities such as jogging, tennis, dancing, or lifting weights can also be considered weight-bearing exercises because they place some force or the weight of the body on the bones during the exercise.
On a long trip, stop occasionally to stretch your shoulders, arms, and legs. Sitting for any length of time can make you stiff, which makes activities like driving more challenging.
Taking a hot bath or shower or simply stretching out after an exercise session can help to reduce pain and stiffness.
HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
Homeopathic remedies are individualized and dependent on the patient’s unique set of symptoms. Symptoms are what determine the most common medications used to treat this issue.
Causticum, magnesium phosphoricum, rustox, and bryonia.
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