Explore polymyalgia rheumatica in this comprehensive medical lecture. Delve into the definition, etiology, clinical features, and diagnostic criteria of this inflammatory disorder affecting older adults. Learn about differential diagnoses, including giant cell arteritis, and understand the treatment approach using corticosteroids. Gain insights on steroid tapering and necessary precautions. Enhance your knowledge for USMLE and NEETPG exams with this in-depth discussion on symptoms, causes, and management strategies for polymyalgia rheumatica.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment - Lecture
MedNerd - Dr. Waqas Fazal via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Definition
Etiology
Clinical Features
Diagnosis
Differential Diagnosis
Giant Cell arteritis
Treatment
Taper Steroids
Precautions with Steroids
Summary
Taught by
MedNerd - Dr. Waqas Fazal
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