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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Nov 29 8:46pm | Replies (11)

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From my experience the prednisone side effects get significantly better with a lower dose, below 7.5 in my case. I am presently at 6 mg and my skin is pretty much back to normal and I have lost 8 of the 12 pounds I gained after going on prednisone.

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linda12s | @linda12s | Nov 24 1:17pm

Thank you, I look forward to getting on a lower dose. Started on prednisone 15mg got down to 8 but severe pain returned so back to 12.5. Just now started 10mg. Fingers crossed 🤞

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jfannarbor | @jfannarbor | Nov 25 11:02am

I have been on and off prednisone, mostly on, for 30 years with PMR but rarely over 10 mg. The biggest problem that I know that I have had is thin skin, which may bruise or bleed easily. Other than that it is a great drug for me. Age 78+

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