Posted on November 4, 2009 in Types of Arthritis
In Greek, Polymyalgia rheumatica means pain in the muscles. This is an inflammatory disorder which cause stiffness and pain in the muscle in neck, upper arms, shoulders, hips and thighs.
There are no specific cause of Polymyalgia rheumatica. It affects people who are above the age of 50. It causes aching in buttocks, thighs, neck, shoulders etc. The primary symptom of Polymyalgia rheumatica is stiffness with pain. The symptoms of Polymyalgia rheumatica can be treated by taking corticosteroids and self preventive measures.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica Symptoms
The person who has this disorder may sleep peacefully at night but in the morning he or she suddenly gets stiffness and pain in the muscles. Women are more likely to get Polymyalgia rheumatica symptoms than men.
The primary symptoms of Polymyalgia rheumatica are:
- Mild to severe stiffness with pain in shoulders, upper arms, neck, thighs and hips
- Sudden weight loss
- Mild fever
- Tiredness
- Anemia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica Treatment
Polymyalgia rheumatica can be controlled and treated with the help of self care and medication. The person can resume the day-to-day activities after a week or two. It is important to do some physical activities to balance the strength of bones and muscles.
Self care is vital in the case of treating Polymyalgia rheumatica symptoms. It will reduce the need of taking the corticosteroids. It will strengthen the bones and muscles. Self care also decreases the chances of getting osteoporosis in some persons.
Medications are effective to get rid of the symptoms of Polymyalgia rheumatica. Non steroidal anti-inflammatory medications are generally used to make good the Polymyalgia rheumatica condition. It may need 1 or 2 weeks to get better from the pain and stiffness.
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