Hi, I am new to this discussion group. I have just had a tentative diagnosis of PMR, after lots of tests, discussions with my GP and a positive response to prednisone. I have an appointment with a rheumatologist in January, and my GP wants me to continue at 20mg for another week, making this 3 weeks, and then reduce by 2.5 mga until I see the specialist on the 10th. Prednisone has taken away all my symptoms, I am completely pain free, and so now desperate to reduce my dose down from 20 mg. Today, a week earlier than the GP said, I reduced by 2.5 and I am feeling fine. It’s just one day and I will hope that it continues. It’s great to have this forum. I am in Australia.