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Can PMR (Polymyalgia Rheumatica) be induced by vaccine?

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Oct 19, 2023 | Replies (401)
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@kidolibrarian

Definitely, I developed PMR after my first Covid shot and a full blown case after my second shot in 2021. My rheumatologist says she has seen many new PMR cases with both the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jun 16, 2022

Hello @maureen158 and @kidolibrarian, Welcome to Connect. I think it's a great idea to report your symptoms to the VAERS system. @kidolibrarian if you have not already done it, I would recommend reporting the side effects using the link shared above.

I think you both might find the following discussion helpful -- PMR Dosages and Managing Symptoms: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/pmr-dosages/

Do you mind sharing what dosage of prednisone you were started on and your current dosage?

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kidolibrarian | @kidolibrarian | Jun 17, 2022

I started over a year ago with 5 mg and have tapered down to 2 mg now. I still have pain and stiffness most all day but can function after a couple hours. My doctor wants me to lower the dose to 1 mg in July but I’m not optimist because of my current pain and stiffness. I never take prednisone on an empty stomach because the last thing I need is gastrointestinal problems. I usually have a piece of toast with peanut butter as well as a bowl of cereal before taking meds.

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