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Headache in back of head possible symptom of GCA?

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Oct 26, 2023 | Replies (10)
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@wedgyjackson

Thanks @tsc. I haven't experienced the scalp tenderness ,vision problems or the sharp pains but the rest of your symptoms match mine to a tee. I have an appointment with my PCP next week and will definitely mention GCA. The loss of vision possibility is indeed worrisome. I really appreciate your response.

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Teri | @tsc | Oct 23, 2023

Hi @wedgyjackson , have you also noticed a lack of appetite? I lost about 15 lbs when sick. The fatigue is caused by anemia - the anemia of chronic inflammation. It went away after appropriate dosage of prednisone. My PCP told me he missed the diagnosis of PMR because I didn't present as textbook. Nine months later, when I was positive for GCA, my inflammatory markers (bloodwork) were off the charts. Then he ate a little humble pie.
Good luck, I hope your PCP is supportive, curious and refers you to a good rheumatologist.

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