Polymyalgia Rheumatica Flashcards
1
Q
There is a strong association with poly myalgia rheumatica and ___
A
Giant cell arteritis
2
Q
Demographics of Polymyalgia rheumatica? (Age,gender,race) (3)
A
Old adults
Women
Caucasians
3
Q
Core features of PMR? (Any 3)
A
Bilateral shoulder pain
Bilateral pelvic girdle pain
Worse with movement
Interference with sleep
Stiffness for at least 45 mins in morning
Carpel tunnel
Pitting oedema
Systemic symptoms
4
Q
What 2 factors is diagnosis of PMR made on?
A
Clinical presentation and response to steroids
5
Q
Steroid of choice in PMR
A
Prednisolone
