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Do not want to take steroids.

Posted by sandyclaire1313 @sandyclaire1313, 1 day ago

I was just diagnosed today and I am considering not taking any steroids. Their side effects out way the pain. Initially I saw a physical therapist and the exercises helped and those type of exercises also help with our diagnosis. The pain is worse in the morning but as the day goes on the pain dissipates. I appreciate any feedback and your thoughts.

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megz | @megz | 14 hours ago
In reply to @sandyclaire1313 "Good and bad news. My lab results indicate I don't have this diagnosis which is fantastic...." + (show)
@sandyclaire1313

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.

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sandyclaire1313 | @sandyclaire1313 | 12 hours ago

Both are in normal range. I have asked for a referral to an appropriate specialist as I still have the same symptoms.
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