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Polymyalgia Rheumatica Flashcards

1
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What is PR associated with?

A

Giant cell arthritis

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What age groups is PR most common in?

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over 50s

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What is PR?

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common chronic inflammatory condition of unknown aetiology

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What is PR characterised by?

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proximal muscle pain in hip and shoulder girdles accompanied by prolonged morning stiffness

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How is PR diagnosed?

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increases ESR, plasma viscosity and CRP

temporal artery biopsy

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What are the other signs of PR?

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fatigue
anorexia
weight loss
fever
giant cell arthritis signs
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What is the treatment for PR?

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15mg prednisolone daily - should respond quickly

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