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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Aug 18 9:00am | Replies (28)

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My blood work did NOT show indications of PMR, but my doctor says he now has 2 patients who have PMR but it did not show up from the blood panel.

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Welcome @dstuber, You aren't alone being diagnosed with PMR having normal blood panels. From what I've read there are no specific tests that diagnose PMR and there are other conditions that mimic PMR symptoms. Here's an article on the topic:

-- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) with Normal Values of Both Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) and C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Concentration at the Time of Diagnosis in a Centenarian Man: A Case Report: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6313638/

Have you been diagnosed with PMR?

My Bloodwork also did not give a clear answer. On discussion and examination my specialist diagnosed me. Prednisone is helping the pain .I have been diagnosed with Polymyalgia rheumatica, fibromyalgia and have had arthritis total body for many years. I have learned to cope . Take advantage of better days and rest on not great days. Best of luck with your diagnosis!