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PMR diagnosis and anemia

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Jan 13 12:09pm | Replies (8)

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@tsc I have GCA, diagnosed 8+ years ago. Actemra keeps me “out of trouble,” but does keep me with a form of anemia. I also have microscopic colitis and COPD. At 81 I’m thankful that I am still able to do many things, but I have had to learn to pace myself and adjust what I actually can do. That is often the greatest struggle, to admit where I am in life. Btw last year I broke my femur and after resisting for five years, am finishing up 12 months of evenity. I’ve recovered from breast cancer. I work hard to stay optimistic and know that my husband is extremely important in that regard. Positivity, even through pain, is some of the best medicine.

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@torial, thank you for your thoughts and sharing your optimism.
Lately, I feel worn out and kind of flat. My husband has Alzheimer's. He loves being home. He got kicked out of an Adult Care Program because he wasn't manageable.
Some days, he has me hopping, other days, not so much.
Like you, I pace myself.
I wish you the best in 2026!