Multi-Symptom Decision Tree

Joint Pain + Muscle Loss

Symptoms: Joint pain · Stiffness · Sarcopenia · Frozen shoulder. Likely cause: Menopausal estrogen decline + age-related.

Likely cause

Menopausal estrogen decline + age-related

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First steps

  1. Inflammation labs (CRP, ESR)
  2. Vitamin D + B12
  3. DXA if post-menopausal
  4. PT evaluation

Treatment options

  • HRT (anti-inflammatory effect)
  • Strength training (essential)
  • Vitamin D + creatine
  • NSAIDs short-term

When to see doctor

Pain ≥2 weeks limiting movement. Frozen shoulder needs early PT.

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