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Prednisone to Kevzara back to Prednisone. ( Hope not )

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Aug 14 7:29pm | Replies (49)
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Welcome leenee72 to our little support group!
Have you thought about finding another PCP? One with more empathy who would refer you to the rheumatologist that you need?
Yes it could be PMR, but it could also be another inflammatory form of arthritis! You need someone who will do all the proper blood tests as well!
Because of your GAD diagnosis you are going to have that problem with doctors saying it’s all in your head!! All doctors are not the same, so don’t give up hope!! Most doctors are not going to prescribe prednisone without further testing or other indications that you need it, Prednisone and NSAIDS (ex. Motrin) are hard on the stomach so usually are not taken together. Pain relief creams are good (I like Aspercreme, original formula, NOT the lidocaine one) but they really only last for a few hours. I take Tylenol ES, 500 mg, rapid release capsules x2 for pain (not an anti inflammatory) which works ok, but the prednisone is really what will give you good pain relief! Please find a good doctor who will do right by you—I believe you can get referrals through the Mayo Clinic.
Good luck on your medical journey!

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leenee72 | @leenee72 | Aug 11 9:52am

Thank you very much for your advice. Yes I already have a new Female Internest lined up, I see her November. June 13 I had an Orthopedic Surgeon, which I found on my own, injected each shoulder with a shot of Cortisone Steroid. The relief was amazing. In 3 weeks he’s doing my hips, as inflammation runs down my legs, etc. yes I do agree on the issues of Prednisone. Very hard on organs. I’m trying to stay away from them at this point. Recently, February, had a slight heart attack. 72 and daughter expecting me to help with her toddlers. 3 Dr’s told me to get out of that house if I’d kill myself. Put in BP Pills the next morning, left house. We are retired !!! Trying to enjoy our last years, live in our Motorhome, travel park to park every 3 weeks. Currently on the OR WA Coast until October. We’ll head back to Southern NV and Southern CA.
I agree with all you stated. Also Insomnia so bad, 1 if the dude effects of PMR, don’t sleep at all. Tried Benedetto, Tylenol PM. No luck, have to be careful as the BP medication. High BO is also a side effect of PMR. Yes I need the proper Blood Work. Had a Rheumatologist who was worthless. Up here where we are there isn’t one for 300 miles. So the Orthopedic Surgeon will help get me through to my new Physician.
Very Davy with “ the drug issue” as unfortunately I used H 50 years ago, fir 1 year, came down with Hep C which I had 46 years until Harvoni & Riboviron Treatment in 2017, cleared me up ! CLEAN. But not proud of ny poor choices years ago. Liver has Rejunivated. Watched a Documentary regarding women have Women Physicians, as they have Compassion, listen to our issues, and Empathy. We stand a chance of living 7 years longer. Lost our son, forever 23, 13 years ago. The Unimaginable ~ has taken a toll on me. Retired, on a fixed income, so I lifestyle moving around us hard at this time. Feel Blessed I found the Orthopedic Surgeon, who treated me. Growing old has its challenges for sure. God Bless all on Mayo Connect. awesome

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