Polymyalgia rheumatica -- diagnosis and management.
BACKGROUND: Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common inflammatory rheumatic disease and an indication for long term treatment with oral steroids. Its incidence rises progressively beyond the age of 50 years. For the most part, PMR is managed in primary care. OBJECTIVE: This article highlights the m...
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| Language: | English |
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2011
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