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@alohamelanie

Almost every joint, at one time or other. They seem to make the rounds. First was toes, ankles and knees, then shoulders and arm pain, Now it's in my neck, and hips mostly. I had rapid unexplained weight loss with my first episode, along with leg pain and even swollen toes. Sometimes the wrists will be involved. Lab results confirmed the diagnosis. Prednisone really helps and I try to limit it, probably too much. I would feel better if I took more.

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My rheumy said pmr is basically bursitis of the joints. Diagnosed in April and started in 10 mg which I combine with hbot and use of a pemf mat, both of which are known to help with inflammation etc. helps a lot. At it’s worst, I was ready to cut off my arms. Also getting up even from a chair was not only physically hard but mentally draining as I had to think through every move and then tell myself “now go.” Past that and hope forever. Best wishes.