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Is anyone else diagnosed with PMR experiencing weakness in their legs?
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Aug 18, 2022 | Replies (62)Comment receiving replies
I recently met with my primary care physician and she encouraged me to continue to advocate for myself with doctors. I find it is best to be direct and honest with my doctors. I go to each doctor appointment with a written list of my questions and concerns. If I feel the need to see a specialist, I request one and rarely have any issue with a referral. Best of luck to you. By the way, I am also 78. Hmmm.
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Has your primary doctor order blood work that would show specific autoimmune markers? My primary doctor was the one who ran all of my initial labs in June of this year and by the time I met with the rheumatologist she had the information she needed. Now she repeats certain labs every month. I guess I am a bit confused as to why your primary doctor is not making sure you get to the right type of doctor thru a referral etc. Are you going to Mayo?