I am on my 3rd bout of PMR. When I was in my 50’s, I was very healthy so I could easily know what effects PMR was having on my body. Now I am 74 and always have to ask if a symptom is PMR or something else. Currently going from 5 to 4 mg of prednisone and having odd problems (knee pain, sciatica pain, hip pain). I have been on 5 since November and it seems my body just does not want to go to 4. I have learned that what every doctor is giving is their opinion. I haven’t found many research studies. I have a good rheumatologist and Internal medicine doctor who listen to me and admit that much is not known about PMR. I do get my eyes checked every 6 months, because the first time I had it, the pressures went up and I became a glaucoma risk. So far, so good. I try to walk daily, but today the high temp is 0 degrees with a 17MPH wind and slippery sidewalks. I believe I will stay inside. Like you, I have learned a lot from this group.

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