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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jan 27 8:38am | Replies (1879)
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@priscillat

I’ve had a flare up and am trying to start at 15 mg of prednisone this time. However, just like last time, my thumb (large joints) are extremely painful and weak. Has anyone else had pain in the thumb/ wrist joint?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 10, 2021

I've experienced some pain in the hands when my PMR was active, although not as bad as the pain in my shoulders and other joints.

Excerpt from article below - "Polymyalgia rheumatica causes several physical and emotional symptoms. Initial physical symptoms include joint pain and stiffness, tiredness, fever, and ... characterized by applying pressure with a finger on the swollen area, creating a ... Carpal tunnel syndrome; Pain in the knees, wrists, and hands affecting only one side." -- Polymyalgia Rheumatica Symptoms: https://www.arthritis-health.com/types/polymyalgia-rheumatica/polymyalgia-rheumatica-symptoms

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