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Polymyalgia Rheumatica — UKMLA MCQ

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A 72-year-year-old presents with pain and stiffness in shoulders and hips, worse in the morning. ESR is elevated. What is the recommended initial treatment

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Correct answer: B — Low-dose oral corticosteroids

Low-dose oral corticosteroids typically produce rapid relief in PMR; giant cell arteritis requires higher doses.

Reference: CKS Polymyalgia Rheumatica