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How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Nov 6, 2023 | Replies (747)Comment receiving replies
@lindapc - I have had GCA and tapered off the Prednisone in October. I did have some soreness in the scalp before being diagnosed but it was just one spot that was a little swollen and the swelling moved down over a few weeks to the area next to my hairline. I was surprised you said you were so tired from being Hypothyroid. I am on Synthroid and the medication took all of my tiredness away. What medication are you taking? I would say that I was a little depressed on the Prednisone but more from just having the GCA and gaining weight. I have never had PMR. As far as the Sed Rate is concerned, I had a blood test done every 3 months for the GCA.
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@tinkerbell - thank you for your reply it has helped in that I have no swelling on my scalp just sore to touch or comb my hair. I am on thyroxine for my thyroid, but also have a problem with the T3. I did have a time on thyroxine and a T3 made from pigs which made me feel better but unfortunately it is no longer available. I also think that the depression is caused by the prednisone and gaining weight just have to deal with it I suppose. Thank you again. 🙂