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Acterma infusions for GCA

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Aug 23 11:16am | Replies (20)

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Thank you so much for your replies. I figured I either had diverticulitis or IBS. My doctor told me if I have to go off the Actemra, she could no longer do anything for me. I can't take Prednisone because I developed Glaucoma from being on it for PMR then 6 months remission. I was hit with GCA after 6 months of remission from the PMR.. I started on prednisone then my doctor put me on Actemra and weaned me off prednisone. I have 10 more infusions to go before she takes me off of Actemra. I can't take Prednisone because I developed Glaucoma from being on it for PMR then 6 months remission. I feel I should ride it out the best I can. I haven't mentioned to her my problem. I am 85 and also developed stage 3 CKD. Wether this is from the Actemra I don't know. Ahhhh, the joys of growing old!!

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Ask your Dr about trying Rinvoq. Right now that seems to be the only medication that has helped me get lower on the prednisone. Time will tell if it is a medication I can remain on but for now it seems to be working. Good Luck with whatever you decide to do. Prayers go out to everyone struggling with GCA that we can all find a solution that works.