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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: 10 hours ago | Replies (12)
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Good and bad news. My lab results indicate I don't have this diagnosis which is fantastic. However, my doctor doesn't know what I have. She suggested I go ahead with the Prednisone as there is most likely inflammation. I declined and I will closely monitor my symptoms. I do appreciate all of your support and wish you well.
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Blood tests for ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) and CRP (C-reactive protein) show inflammation and are standard diagnostic tests. Your doctor mustn't have had those tests done if they say only that there is "most likely" inflammation? You can ask your doctor for copies of blood test results to monitor it for yourself.