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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Nov 1, 2021 | Replies (219)

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Your struggle with PMR completely mirrors my own experience. I had my first bout thirteen years ago in 2008. It recurred in January of this year after I received the Pfizer vaccine for Covid. Like you, I could hardly get out of bed and it was difficult even to use the bathroom, dress myself, or comb my hair. I felt like crying every morning. However, by afternoon of each day, things improved and I was able to function. With the help of a skilled rheumatologist, I managed to get the symptoms under control with prednisone. I hope you find relief soon. Best of luck in your journey.

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skiing | @skiing | Oct 19, 2021

I am 72 and was completely healthy and active. 2 weeks after my pfizer shot I started my PMR symptoms by the time I was diagnosed I was almost a complete invalid started at 40 mg now I am at 10. prednisone sure works, but now i am concerned about my immune system
Got my second Pfizer shot and last week my Moderna booster in 2 weeks will get my 65+ flu shot I am not sure how much protection these shots give me as prednisone suppresses the immune response probably minimal as I have been told by two doctors. It has also pushed up my blood sugar so we are now dealing with that. We are all different but on common goal, get better and get off this drug

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