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I was recently diagnosed with possible polymyalgia rheumatica. how could i have gotten it at my age?! (age 38). seeking second opinion w/ rheumatology
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Correct: This is an autoimmune illness and a rheumatologist is the correct choice
Answered 8/10/2016
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