Has anyone developed a rash from PMR?

Posted by roxeeg @roxeeg, Aug 27 7:14am

I have PMR and after getting down to 1 mg of prednisone developed round red dime sized spots on back of my legs. Docs. Don’t seem to know why but, blood work does show some sort of viral infection? I asked if this could be related to PMR but, all were not sure.

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kjoed53 | @kjoed53 | 6 days ago

I have PMR and I've had two much smaller circles show up during my prednisone taper... one on my lower left calf and one on my left thigh. I don't think it's PMR related but possibly due to the lack of prednisone suppression of something else. Both have cleared up now with just a bit of peeling skin. I'm at 3mg prednisone now and have been tapering from 25mg since early May. I have taken 3 shots of kevzara too, so I never know whether something is PMR related, taper related or kevzara start up related. At 73, I have multiple other things going on also, including SMM.

seniormed | @seniormed | 6 days ago

If the rash persists get in to see an experienced dermatologist. They are the experts with potential autoimmune skin disorders and diagnosis.

roxeeg | @roxeeg | 6 days ago

Thanks. I did see a dermatologist and their findings were inconclusive. Biopsy showed possible virus. I did make an appointment with another dermatologist but, unfortunately couldn’t get an immediate appointment.

seniormed | @seniormed | 6 days ago

Glad you had a thorough check. Biopsy usually offers clues if it serious. Take photos if it evolves. Get a copy of the report they sometimes include a photo micrograph.
Or you can get the slides if you go for another opinion..
Any labs pointing to virus.?