Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) & Vasculitis Explained | Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment What causes severe shoulder and hip stiffness? What are the early signs of polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR)? Could headaches or visual symptoms indicate giant cell arteritis (GCA)? Welcome to PMR & Vasculitis Explained from Pure Rheumatology London, where Dr Naveen Bhadauria, Consultant Rheumatologist, explains these inflammatory conditions, their symptoms, diagnosis and treatments. 🩺 In this playlist, you'll learn: ✅ Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) – Common symptoms, morning stiffness and diagnosis. ✅ Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) – Warning signs, including new headaches, scalp tenderness, jaw pain and visual disturbances. ✅ Vasculitis Explained – How inflammation of blood vessels can affect different parts of the body. ✅ Blood Tests – Understanding ESR, CRP and investigations used in diagnosis. ✅ Treatment Options – Prednisolone, steroid-sparing medications and modern biologic therapies. ✅ Long-Term Management – Monitoring, preventing relapses and managing treatment side effects. Early diagnosis is essential, particularly in giant cell arteritis, where urgent treatment can help prevent permanent vision loss. New visual symptoms with suspected GCA require emergency medical assessment. 👨‍⚕️ About Pure Rheumatology London Dr Naveen Bhadauria is a Consultant Rheumatologist providing specialist assessment and treatment for PMR, vasculitis and other inflammatory rheumatic conditions. 📍 Private rheumatology consultations available in London and surrounding areas. 🌐 Learn more or book a consultation: purerheumatologylondon.co.uk 🔔 Subscribe for clear, evidence-based videos on rheumatology symptoms, autoimmune conditions and treatments. Medical disclaimer: Educational content only. Not a substitute for personalised medical advice. #PolymyalgiaRheumatica #PMR #Vasculitis #GiantCellArteritis #GCA #Prednisolone #Rheumatology #PureRheumatologyLondon