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My PMR symptoms started within 3 days after my last Moderna booster on Oct. 9, 2022. Severe joint and muscle pain in shoulders, elbows, wrists and hips to the point I could not sleep. Labs confirmed it was PMR. Doctor referred me to integrative doctor and now on 1/2 CBD/THC gummy plus melatonin every night. Went through a round (15 days)of prednisone when I was going to be entertaining family for a week and that provided enough relief to be able to enjoy my family. I see medical doctors who are very conservative and she does not want me on prednisone more than twice a year. I sleep better with the gummies and make an effort every day to walk on the treadmill at least 2 miles and then 2 miles on elliptical. Pain is worse in the morning and I still am awakened with it in the middle of the night but believe the THC has been a lifesaver! I am not able to do the fitness routine until afternoon but believe it also helps. I have never used marijuana nor have I ever been tempted by it, but I truly believe it has helped me. Only one half a gummy a day so I am not abusing this treatment. As my doc says, it is better than being on the stronger stuff!

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Prednisone is the one safe drug that will keep your inflammation under control. Find another doctor. I’ve been taking 5 mg of Prednisone for 27 years with Plaquenil 200 mg Twice a day. I have chronic PMR that stays under control. I’m 74.5 and no problems from prednisone. My condition is chronic because my first rheumatologist didn’t put me on prednisone for 7 months and I suffered like a dog. My family doctor gave me my life back.