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PMR and Sciatica with Back Pain

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jun 8, 2023 | Replies (37)
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@donmayoclinic

Yes. I'm 71 and have recently experienced right leg sciatica recently. I took prednisone when first diagnosed with PMR - it helped to resolve the inflammation and resolve the pain in my shoulder, arms, and back. Sciatic pain is new. I'm not taking prednisone at this time.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jul 31, 2022

Welcome @donmayoclinic. It sounds like your PMR may be in remission but you now have sciatica pain only in your right leg. You might be interested in reading through the following discussion to see what others have shared:

-- Dealing with Sciatica pain: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/sciatica-pain/

Has your doctor suggested any treatment to help with the pain?

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