I was told by my primary care physician today that she believes I have PMR based on the blood work I took last Thursday as well as my symptoms. My pain started during the night a few weeks ago down my leg - but only when I was laying down - not any other time. Then my back went into what I precieived as a spasm. It immediately got worse to the point where I could hardly walk or sit... only standing still brought relief. Next was serious pain in my shoulders. That's when I realized something was definitely wrong.
I am a 76 yr old woman who does line dancing twice a week and takes light exericise classes a couple of days. My mother developed PMR at about my age but I read it wasn't considered a condition that was hereditary. She also developed giant cell arteritis. My next step is to see a rheumatologist.
I'm vey anxious about this diagnosis but so happy that I came upon this support group - I think it will be very helpful.