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PMR symptoms? Still searching for answers
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: May 6 7:29am | Replies (17)Comment receiving replies
@betsyhase, reading through your past 2 discussions:
- Is this common? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/is-this-common/
- Prednisone tapering: How did you do it pain free? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/prednisone-tapering-4/
It looks like you and your PCP continue to search for propering dosing to manage your symptoms until you can see a specialist. Your pain sounds quite debilitating and definitely diminishing your quality of life. Have you been able to discuss increasing your dose of prednisone, the possible benefits and risks until you get an appointment with the rheumatologist?
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@colleenyoung
Yes, this has crossed my mind. My quality of life is suffering and I don't think my primary has had much experience. He is researching as we go and my bloodwork looks better , I feel better but I am still very limited in what I can do.
I guess I need to I be more insistent on treatment options.
Thanks for your feedback!