Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR)

Abstract

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common disease in the elderly. The highest incidence is found in Scandinavia. There is no increased risk of concomitant malignant disease, and mortality equals that of the general population aged 50 years or more. In most cases, diagnosis and therapy are made by general practitioners. The knowlegde about this condition is still incomplete. In Norway, scientific research should be organised through collaboration between referral centers and general practitioners.