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Is it safe to get the Corona Virus (COVID-19) vaccine with PMR?

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Oct 29, 2022 | Replies (299)
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@dam67

My husband has just been diagnosed with PMR. His symptoms have built over the last three weeks to the point that he can barely move. He is 58 and normally very active. These symptoms started after he recovered from Covid three weeks ago. It was the first time he had Covid. He has previously had the Astra zenika And then the Pfizer booster back in April 2022. He has just been put onto Prednisone 20mg and is supposed to be having his combined Flu / Covid next saturday. Im not sure he should have it yet after reading many of the experiences that many of you have had. Worried it will hinder his recovery at this stage.
This is a new world for us as have no experience with this disorder.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Oct 8, 2022

Welcome @dam67, Sorry to hear your husband has been diagnosed with PMR. I've had 2 occurrences of PMR but it is currently in remission. I've had both Pfizer vaccines and the booster without making my PMR flare up again. I would talk with his rheumatologist or doctor to see if there are any other considerations. It is a lot to worry when you read a lot of negative experiences and no positive ones. People with PMR who've had the vaccine and no bad side effects don't usually post about it. I'm not a medical professional so it's just my opinion.

PMR is a new world for you when you first are diagnosed. There are definitely things you can do to help with the diagnosis. Here are just a few of the PMR discussions you might find helpful for learning more about PMR:

-- PMR Dosages and Managing Symptoms:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/pmr-dosages/
-- PMR Diet: Foods to eat and avoid:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/diet-and-pmr/

Here is an article that you may find helpful. 3 Strategies for Coping with Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR): https://www.arthritis-health.com/blog/3-strategies-coping-polymyalgia-rheumatica-pmr

Are you able to discuss your concerns with your husbands rheumatologist or doctor?

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