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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Myalgia | |||
| image = [[File:Symptoms-muscle-pain.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Areas commonly affected by myalgia | |||
| synonyms = Muscle pain, muscle ache | |||
| specialty = [[Rheumatology]], [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Muscle pain, tenderness, stiffness | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies (acute or chronic) | |||
| causes = [[Injury]], [[overuse]], [[infection]], [[autoimmune disease]], [[medication side effects]] | |||
| risks = [[Physical activity]], [[stress]], [[viral infections]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[medical history]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Fibromyalgia]], [[myositis]], [[rhabdomyolysis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Rest]], [[physical therapy]], [[pain relievers]] | |||
| medication = [[NSAIDs]], [[acetaminophen]], [[muscle relaxants]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| complications = [[Chronic pain]], [[reduced mobility]] | |||
| prevention = [[Proper warm-up]], [[ergonomic practices]], [[hydration]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Myalgia''' refers to muscle pain and is a common symptom associated with a wide variety of diseases and disorders. The pain can be localized to one muscle group or be diffuse, involving multiple muscle groups. Myalgia without a definitive cause often is related to [[fibromyalgia]]. | '''Myalgia''' refers to muscle pain and is a common symptom associated with a wide variety of diseases and disorders. The pain can be localized to one muscle group or be diffuse, involving multiple muscle groups. Myalgia without a definitive cause often is related to [[fibromyalgia]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Myalgia can be caused by overuse, injury, or diseases affecting the muscle. In addition, certain systemic diseases can lead to muscle pain, including [[influenza]] and [[lupus]]. Other causes include certain drugs, such as [[statins]], and conditions such as [[chronic fatigue syndrome]]. | Myalgia can be caused by overuse, injury, or diseases affecting the muscle. In addition, certain systemic diseases can lead to muscle pain, including [[influenza]] and [[lupus]]. Other causes include certain drugs, such as [[statins]], and conditions such as [[chronic fatigue syndrome]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of myalgia is based on the patient's medical history, a physical examination, and sometimes, laboratory tests. If the cause of the myalgia is not immediately apparent, further testing may be necessary, including imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]]. | The diagnosis of myalgia is based on the patient's medical history, a physical examination, and sometimes, laboratory tests. If the cause of the myalgia is not immediately apparent, further testing may be necessary, including imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of myalgia depends on the underlying cause. For myalgia caused by overuse or injury, rest, ice, compression, and elevation (known as the [[RICE protocol]]) can be helpful. Pain relievers such as [[nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]] (NSAIDs) can also be used. For myalgia related to systemic diseases, treatment of the underlying disease is necessary. | Treatment of myalgia depends on the underlying cause. For myalgia caused by overuse or injury, rest, ice, compression, and elevation (known as the [[RICE protocol]]) can be helpful. Pain relievers such as [[nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]] (NSAIDs) can also be used. For myalgia related to systemic diseases, treatment of the underlying disease is necessary. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Fibromyalgia]] | * [[Fibromyalgia]] | ||
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* [[Myopathy]] | * [[Myopathy]] | ||
* [[Myositis]] | * [[Myositis]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | ||
[[Category:Musculoskeletal system]] | [[Category:Musculoskeletal system]] | ||
[[Category:Pain]] | [[Category:Pain]] | ||
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| Myalgia | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Muscle pain, muscle ache |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Rheumatology, Neurology |
| Symptoms | Muscle pain, tenderness, stiffness |
| Complications | Chronic pain, reduced mobility |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies (acute or chronic) |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Injury, overuse, infection, autoimmune disease, medication side effects |
| Risks | Physical activity, stress, viral infections |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, medical history, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Fibromyalgia, myositis, rhabdomyolysis |
| Prevention | Proper warm-up, ergonomic practices, hydration |
| Treatment | Rest, physical therapy, pain relievers |
| Medication | NSAIDs, acetaminophen, muscle relaxants |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Myalgia refers to muscle pain and is a common symptom associated with a wide variety of diseases and disorders. The pain can be localized to one muscle group or be diffuse, involving multiple muscle groups. Myalgia without a definitive cause often is related to fibromyalgia.
Causes[edit]
Myalgia can be caused by overuse, injury, or diseases affecting the muscle. In addition, certain systemic diseases can lead to muscle pain, including influenza and lupus. Other causes include certain drugs, such as statins, and conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of myalgia is based on the patient's medical history, a physical examination, and sometimes, laboratory tests. If the cause of the myalgia is not immediately apparent, further testing may be necessary, including imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of myalgia depends on the underlying cause. For myalgia caused by overuse or injury, rest, ice, compression, and elevation (known as the RICE protocol) can be helpful. Pain relievers such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can also be used. For myalgia related to systemic diseases, treatment of the underlying disease is necessary.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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