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Prednisone tapering: How did you do it pain free?

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My PCP has referred me to both of our local Rheumatologist in my area. One turned me down and I am waiting on the other referral. They are booked out and maybe my case doesn't look impressive.
I do need to maybe push alittle harder at my PCP to realize my symptoms are isolating me and my bloodwork doesn't totally represent how I feel. I guess I am still in the learning process of this condition.
I am thankful to all of you in this group!

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tweetypie13 | @tweetypie13 | Apr 12 11:50am

@betsyhase ask PCP to call referral Dr. might help

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ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Apr 12 12:18pm

@betsyhase and all... Good for you! Perhaps a follow-up call to your PCP for a consult referral from him will speed things up a bit. Yes, he need to understand how this is affecting you, daily and overall. Important to write down your symptoms before speaking with him or his staff so you are sure to get everything said. Also, ask to be put on the wait list for the first available appointment with the Rheumatologist. Use those words. They will understand you 'know what you're doing' and really need to see this new doc.

My advice after years of struggling with the systems of several medical facilities!!!
Blessings, Elizabeth

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