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PMR Dosages and Managing Symptoms

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jul 27 8:00am | Replies (468)
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@issyb

I was just diagnosed with PMR and the first available rheumatologist appointment isn’t for a month and a half. My GPS has me on 10 mg of prednisone after coming off of a six day pack.
The 10 mg seems to be working except I’m a little stiff and sore in the morning but other than that I’m OK.
I’m a little concerned that my appointment is so far out do you think 10 mg is OK for me to stay on until I see the rheumatologist

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marmak | @marmak | Feb 10, 2023

If your pain is under control, it's a good starting point. PMR is a journey, thank goodness for this group. Vest wishes.

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issyb | @issyb | Feb 10, 2023

Thank you so much for your encouraging and timely response.
It means so much to me to have this group ..
hugs 🤗

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Feb 10, 2023

Welcome @issyb, I see that you have already connected with @marmak on your PMR journey. You will notice that we moved your post to an existing discussion on the same topic so that you can read what others have shared on managing PMR symptoms and flares. If you click the link below it will take you to the start of the discussion where you can learn what others have shared.

--- PMR Dosages and Managing Symptoms: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/pmr-dosages/.

It's good that the prednisone is handling the pain. The morning stiffness was pretty normal for me when I first got up and got better as I moved around some. Then my morning dose of prednisone kicked in to get me through the day. I started at 20 mg prednisone for both of my PMR occurrences. The first time it took me 3-1/2 years to taper off. The second time it only took a 1-1/2 years before I could get off of prednisone. I think I did better the second time around because I made some lifestyle changes - more exercise and healthier eating.

I would not be in a hurry to taper down especially since your appointment is only a little over a month away. Did your GP provide any instructions for the prednisone?

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