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PMR symptoms? Still searching for answers

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: May 6 7:29am | Replies (17)
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@kjoed53
I am already on my 2nd referral for a Rheumatologist. We have a smaller number available in our area and I guess they are swamped. My labs look good at this time but I agree my PCP may be in over his head. I may have to ask him about a referral out of our area. He did just test for Rhumatoid Arthritis but that was negative.
Being that the Rheumatologist are overwhelmed in our area, I am at a loss.

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kjoed53 | @kjoed53 | Apr 26 12:00pm

@betsyhase
Sometimes your insurance can step in and advocate for you if you're not on Medicare

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gmdb | @gmdb | Apr 26 5:36pm

@betsyhase as was already suggesred it could be seronegative RA which can't be detected in the blood work. It often mimics PMR symptoms and can only really be tested for in a PET scan - where it shows as inflamed tissue inside the joints. PMR will show as inflamed tissues in the muscles and around the joints, not not inside. It is an important distinction because prednisone is not the best treatment for RA. Best of luck.

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