Millions of people rely on statins, a medication used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Inflammation is an important part of the body's defenses, eliminating threats and repairing damage. When the immune system is overactivated, though, it can turn from friend to foe. Now, researchers ...

Scientists created a tool to help doctors predict a patient’s risk of severe muscle problems from taking a statin.

Your doctor has suggested you give statins a try to help lower your cholesterol levels, but you're worried about the side ...

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is an inflammatory disease, mostly seen in older adults, that causes pain and stiffness in certain areas of the body — often in the neck, shoulders, or hip area. These ...

Pain is a common symptom of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often due to muscle cramps. ALS can also cause pain indirectly through some of its complications. Medications and other therapies are ...

Growing awareness of chronic back pain and nerve compression symptoms may help prevent permanent neurological damage ...

Muscle pain that does not go away after several days or is accompanied by symptoms such as fever, shortness of breath, and extreme weakness requires medical assistance. Muscle pain, also called ...

Joint pain and weakness can be caused by a number of conditions, including acute injuries, infections, and chronic diseases. The outlook depends on the underlying cause. Share on Pinterest Getty ...