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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Sep 10 12:05pm | Replies (1906)
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@cjh51

Hello - I'm 69 yo male. and I have been diagnosed with PMR and highly suspect that it was triggered by the Pfizer Covid -19 Vaccine, perhaps in conjunction with Dupixent. Awaiting further guidance from my Dr. - and can't go on Prednisone yet since I had just received the 2nd dose of the Vaccine. This is new, came on gradually after the 1st Vaccine. Suspect that Dupixent may be a factor. Read various articles about dealing with pain, good diet and exercise - I feel like I aged 20 years in two weeks - not fun!

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 4, 2021

Hello @cjh51, Welcome to Connect. I have PMR but it has been in remission since mid 2018. I have also had both Pfizer shots and my first Shingrix vaccine with only minor side effects. Sorry to hear that your PMR may have been triggered by the vaccine and possibly Dupixent. The last time my PMR surfaced in 2016 is when I started making some lifestyle changes and eating healthier to help with the PMR as well as other stuff I had going on. I'm sure you already have seen information similar to the following but just in case...

What to eat if you have polymyalgia rheumatica: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321683

I know the feeling of waking up and not being able to move. When did your doctor say you could start on prednisone to control the PMR?

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