A new article says statin drugs may not be the real cause of muscle pain. It cites research suggesting prior muscle problems ...

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

People who take statins to lower cholesterol are unlikely to develop serious muscular disorders, a new study found. Many ...

A new study suggests that statins may activate inflammatory "danger signals" inside muscle cells, leading to weakness and ...

Statins have been transformative for many individuals, by lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart problems and stroke. But statins can also cause muscle weakness and pain and in some cases ...

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

Infections and neurodegenerative diseases cause inflammation in the brain. But for unknown reasons, patients with brain inflammation often develop muscle problems that seem to be independent of the ...

You know that feeling of muscle soreness a day or so after you've done a tough workout? Now imagine that but much more. That's what some people with long COVID face after they exercise. And as NPR's ...

Difficulty swallowing is a common problem in older adults. Nerve or muscle problems are often the cause, but the condition can also stem from various health conditions. It can significantly affect a ...