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Help! I need your advice I think my PMR is back. I took my last dose of 2.5mg prednisone two months ago. I have had some stiffness in my shoulders and arms lately. Now I have pain to the touch in my thighs. Of course, it's the holidays and the weekend so I can't reach anyone. Should I go back on prednisone to relieve this pain? I'm hosting Christmas Eve at my house so I have lots to do. I hate to do this since I'm pretty sure that my osteoporosis is back. I had taken prednisone since February until I stopped on October 25th. What's the advice on what dosage I should take to help with the pain? I don't want to rely on prednisone again, but I needed to get through the holidays. I will call my doctor tomorrow to see what she says, but right now I need some relief. Any suggestions would be so appreciated! TIA
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I find the stress from planning an event or just doing too much flares my PMR. Try 1mg, it may take the edge off. If not go up another mg. I am down to 1 mg and it keeps me moving, this was advice from my rheumatologist. I still have pain and stiffness but it’s not keeping me from moving. Unfortunately, Prednisone is the go to medication to bring down the inflammation. And i have osteoporosis a well and it’s a constant worry i am getting rid of inflammation but destroying my bones.