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@kasandphyl1

Hello, my name is Kas and I have Polymyalgia. It was discovered while I was in the hospital with an attack and it sent my A-fib over the wall. They were only trying to get my A-Fib under control because they didn't know why I was hurting so much in my jaw, hand and fingers and both shoulders. I went to the hospital 2 times before they discovered that Prednisone helped me get out of the pain that I was in, and told me to see a Rheumatologist. I went and she has me on Prednisone. When I get a bout I have to take 5 ml - 3 times a day for 3 days.....2 x a day for 3 days and finally 1 until I see her again. I have read about this drug and I know it has consequences and a long time to get out of your system if you stop. I was always told to not take it before bed time because it can keep you awake and anxious. If I have to I do not take it past 6:oop.m. I have also been on Amazon and bought a shoulder brace and wrist brace which help me greatly when I have these bouts. Get the ones that are only around $16-20.00.....don't spend a lot of money that you do not have to. Also get the ones that work for both right and left side of your body, so that you do not have to buy 2 of each. I also am having very low blood pressure and dizziness. Don't know why.

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Hi.. not sure what is causing your symptoms, but I know a lot of medication interactions can cause problems. Low blood pressure itself can cause dizziness! Since you have A FIB I would bring these concerns up to your PCP just to be sure asap.
Best wishes on your health journey.