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Encyclopedia: Myalgia

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Myalgia means "muscle pain" and is a symptom of many diseases and disorders. The most common causes are overuse or over-stretching of a muscle or group of muscles. Myalgia without a traumatic history is often due to viral infections. Longer-term myalgias may be indicative of a metabolic myopathy, some nutritional deficiencies or chronic fatigue syndrome. The most common causes of myalgia are overuse, injury or stress. However, myalgia can also...


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    drug - muscles aches. i appreciate your input. Thanks cookie Muscle aches is a known bad side-effect of statins. Call your doctor up and let...

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    Let me get this straight: Your lower leg(calf muscle) and your forearm on the right side of your Did you do any sort of work that over-extended the muscles on that side of your body...

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Muscle aches?
I have severe muscle and joint aches. It is especially bad in the morning...

I recommend you see a doctor of rheumatology as soon as possible. They can diagnose what is causing your pain. You have indications of a condition called Fibromyalgia....

Asked by Jessica R - 10 months ago

How can I relieve severe muscle aches caused by strenuous excercise?
I am practically immobilized by these bad muscle aches in my pectorals and arms. Do...

You are not supposed to feel severe aches and pains in your muscles. Slight soreness should be enough but if it's something more like severe excruciating pain, I think you...

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Protect Your Joints

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Arthritis can render your joints very painful, especially in your hands. You can protect your hands from further damage by avoiding pushing, pulling, or twisting movements. There are additional things you can do to avoid further joint damage, such as increasing the size of toothbrush handles with foam. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through more tips.

Arthritis Protection Slide Show

Back Exercises Slide Show

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Stretching and strengthening your back and supporting muscles can help to prevent future back pain. If you have 15 minutes a day, then you have enough time for these exercises from the Mayo Clinic which help to make your back stronger than ever.

Back Exercises Slide Show

Causes of Back Pain Slide Show

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Back pain is one of the most common complaints for which people see their doctors. Learn about the bones and muscles of your back and understand the most common causes of back pain including strains, sprains, spasms, herniated discs, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and osteoporosis.

Causes of Back Pain Slide Show


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