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New to PMR - Are Monthly Labs and Check-ups normal?
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Aug 11, 2023 | Replies (71)Comment receiving replies
Steroids were life saving for me. I stuck with the prescribing schedule despite side effects and gradually tapered to 0. I haven't had any more attacks and sure don't want to; it was the most painful condition (felt only in my head and neck) I ever had---even topping childbirth!
I trust you are able to secure a treatment plan that works for you and that you see it through.
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I am concerned that I am on too many steroids. I am also on one or two steroids for ear and sinus condition. Probably adds to the "thin skin" issue. I am 74, still like to work on things where one gets scraps and bruises. My scraps and bruises look much worse than the average person even though I wear protective sleeves and gloves. I have had skin tears through gloves and the sleeves and it is frustrating.