What Causes Muscle Pain?

Medically reviewed by George Krucik, MD, MBA
Medically reviewed by George Krucik, MD, MBA

75 possible conditions

  1. Sprains and Strains

    Sprains and strains are injuries to the body, often resulting from physical activity. These injuries are common and can range from minor to severe, depending on the…

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  2. CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)

    Chronic fatigue syndrome is a disorder characterized by extreme tiredness that can't be explained by an underlying condition. Because no single cause has been identified…

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  3. Everything You Need to Know About Fibromyalgia

    Fibromyalgia is a complex condition with a range of potential causes, treatments, and risk factors. Here's a top-to-bottom look at this chronic condition.

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  4. Cold and Flu

    Common colds and influenza are contagious infections that affect the respiratory system. Both are airborne illnesses, spread through coughing and sneezing. Shared…

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  5. Common Cold Overview

    A cold is a common viral infection of the upper respiratory tract–namely, your nose and throat. A runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, coughing, and sore throat are common…

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  7. Malaria

    Malaria is typically found in tropical and subtropical climates. It's not very common in the United States. You may have heard about being prescribed medications to…

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  8. Dermatomyositis: What Is It?

    Dermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory disease. It's an inflammatory myopathy, which is a condition that occurs when your muscles become inflamed.

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    Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

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    Systemic lupus erythematosus, the most common form of lupus, is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause severe fatigue and joint pain. Learn more about it.

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  10. Swine Flu (H1N1)

    Swine flu, or H1N1, is highly contagious and can spread quickly from person to person. A simple sneeze may cause thousands of germs to spread through the air.

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    Everything You Want to Know About Rheumatoid Arthritis

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    Learn all about rheumatoid arthritis, from symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments, to its types, diet tips, and how it differs from osteoarthritis.

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  12. Hyperparathyroidism

    Hyperparathyroidism is a condition where the parathyroid glands produce too much parathyroid hormone (PTH).

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  13. A Comprehensive Guide to HIV and AIDS

    HIV is a virus that damages the immune system. HIV is a lifelong condition, and without treatment, a person with HIV can develop AIDS, which makes the immune system too…

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    Hepatitis

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    Hepatitis refers to an inflammatory condition of the liver. It's commonly caused by a viral infection, but there are other possible causes of hepatitis.

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    Ebola Virus and Disease

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    This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

    Ebola disease is a rare, often fatal illness. One of its late-stage symptoms is a bleeding rash over the entire body.

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    Dengue Fever

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    Dengue fever is a disease that affects much of the tropical region and is caused by one of four dengue viruses. A skin rash between two and five days after the initial…

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  18. Lead Poisoning

    Lead is a toxic metal and a very strong poison. Lead poisoning is serious and sometimes fatal. Learn the causes, treatments, and tips for prevention.

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  19. Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)

    This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

    Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is a potentially dangerous condition that's most common in people with diabetes. The symptoms of low blood sugar can be as mild as a…

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  20. Temporal Arteritis

    Temporal arteritis occurs when the temporal arteries, which supply blood to the head and brain, become inflamed or damaged.

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  21. Polymyalgia Rheumatica

    Polymyalgia rheumatica is an inflammatory disorder that causes muscle pain and stiffness. Learn about its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

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  22. Rhabdomyolysis: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis

    Rhabdomyolysis is a breakdown of muscle fibers that occurs due to muscle injury. Learn more about this condition.

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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose. Please consult a healthcare professional if you have health concerns.

Medically reviewed by George Krucik, MD, MBA

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