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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Dec 22, 2025 | Replies (27)Comment receiving replies
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@melanie82 I just turned 83 after the PMR diagnosis so for sure I'm interested in quality of life over worrying about being on prednisone. For me to go 7 years like you I'd have to live to 90, while possible not at all likely.
Have you had to use PPI's or had any digestive issues at all? My Rheumatologist gave me a prescription for PPI, but I've heard too may things bad about them. Same with Statins, which I also would never take.