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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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@marybarbara

I had written to this group a few weeks ago. I had been on 1 mg prednisone for years (after having been on higher doses and tapering off) and have had no ill effects. I went off prednisone for a cancer operation recently and since then my PMR has been worse than ever. Mr dr put me on 10 mg of prednisone to start. Since then I am experiencing bright flushing in my face. Can prednisone cause that and is it dangerous and should I stop taking it? This group is terrific!

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Sep 1, 2022

@marybarbara, I've heard of steroid injections causing facial flushing but the tablet version I'm not sure. I would definitely run it by your doctor or pharmacist who I'm sure could give a better answer. Here's some information from drugwatch.com:

"Even at low doses, prednisone can cause skin problems. These include skin thinning, acne, hirsutism (excess hair growth), hair thinning, face redness, stripe-like marks on the skin (stria) and impaired wound healing."
-- Prednisone Side Effects: https://www.drugwatch.com/prednisone/side-effects/

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