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Hi @mild835, jaw pain and pain in the temples can be symptoms of Giant Cell Arteritis which about 30% of those with PMR develop. A higher dosage of Prednisone (usually 40 - 50 mg) is needed to control GCA. If your jaw and temple pain continue, you may need a temporal artery biopsy to rule out GCA. Other symptoms can include a tender scalp, difficulty seeing, and a dry cough. I also had an incredibly stiff neck. It's best to be vigilant, as untreated, GCA can result in blindness and stroke. Wishing you the best, Teri

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I agree Teri. Jaw pain stopped when I returned to 15 mg. Prednisone, just up a bit from 13.75 mg. Both Neurologist and Ophthalmologist concur - not GCA. Biopsy could not be done as I have been too long on the Prednisone now. Sometimes I feel I am hyper-vigilant but best to err on the side of caution. Much of my pain is a result of tapering a bit too quickly (I believe so anyway.) Thanks again. ~ Deb