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Who is most likely to get polymyalgia rheumatica? A Guide to Risk Factors

Affecting primarily older adults over 50, polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common inflammatory disease that causes widespread muscle pain and stiffness. Understanding who is most likely to get polymyalgia rheumatica is crucial for early detection and proactive management of this condition.

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What Age Is Polymyalgia Rheumatica Diagnosed?: Understanding Senior Onset

It is a fact that polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) almost exclusively affects adults over the age of 50. This inflammatory condition, characterized by muscle pain and stiffness, most commonly appears between the ages of 70 and 80, making it a key health concern for the older population.

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What percentage of people with PMR get GCA?

Studies show that between 10% and 20% of individuals diagnosed with Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) will also develop Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) at some point. These two related inflammatory conditions often overlap, and PMR symptoms may precede, accompany, or follow a GCA diagnosis.

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