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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jun 8 11:23pm | Replies (2096)
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I was diagnosed with PMR at age 64 and was prescribed prednisone which is working well. But I have been told prednisone will reduce bone density and cause osteoporosis. Has anyone else been told this?

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caroljeand | @caroljeand | Jun 8 8:38am

@flowerlady65
Yes it’s a common side effect.

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tsesow | @tsesow | Jun 8 5:24pm

@flowerlady65
Yes, I was told this. My Rheumatologist sent me to get a DXA bone density scan last month since I had been on prednisone for 6 months already (it took that long to find a rheumatologist).
My bone density was fine, but I am male and the Dr said there was very little documentation
on osteoporosis for males on prednisone. But being over 70 is also a risk factor for men.
My understanding is that I will get another DXA in 2 years if I am still(!!!)on prednisone.

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