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First meeting with Rheumatologist for PMR, need suggestions

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jul 16 10:54am | Replies (16)
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@gingergirl24

Appreciate finding this blog. I was diagnosed with PMR 1 month ago by my PCP after having symptoms for 6 months.
She began me on Prednisone 15mg . I have my first appointment with Rheumatologist tomorrow. Does anyone have suggestions on some questions I should be asking him? I'm a little overwhelmed. Thanks.

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seniormed | @seniormed | Jul 10 6:05pm

I would ask him what he thinks of your prior lab results.
Is my case much like the usual he sees.
What side effects should I be aware of.
Do I need to prevent osteoporosis.
How much should I exercise.
What can I take for pain.
Does my diet require some changes.
How can I communicate with you between visits if I have questions.
If I can’t lower my dose is their alternative treatment.
How do I get refills. Does your office have My Chart.
Will you report visit summaries to my primary.
Do you suspect any other underlying conditions.
Will I be seeing you regularly for management or my primary
Do you suggest any educational resources.?
It may be a good idea to ask the front desk how busy they are and
the best way to communicate if you have problems.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Jul 15 12:20pm

@gingergirl24, how did your appointment go? What are next steps for you?

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