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I have had PMR for the past 2 1/2 years. When I was diagnosed I couldn't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/137912/

Discussion: How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Mar 18, 2019

I was fascinated with your post. I am 73 and was diagnosed with PMR in 1999....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/102140/

Discussion: Diagnosed with PMR 2 1/2 years ago. How do I manage the extreme pain?

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Posted: Feb 28, 2019

I have PMR and have had difficulty tapering down to 5 mg of Prednisone. My Rheumatologist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/137937/

Discussion: How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Apr 14, 2019

Hello @marilyncarkner, Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I have had 2 occurrences of PMR. The first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/248392/

Discussion: Possible PMR OR Lora diagnosis

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Posted: Feb 21, 2019

@jules11, I do not have PMR. I took prednisone (5 mg) after organ transplant for around...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/145020/

Discussion: Tapering off of Prednisone

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Posted: Mar 11, 2019

My PMR is almost six years old. I have tapered off prednisone three times only to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/844352/

Discussion: How did your PMR begin?

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Posted: Apr 17, 2023

I personally take a biologic called Actemra (tocilizumab). My rheumatologist had to get authorization to prescribe...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/848172/

Discussion: The impact of Prednisone on A1C

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Apr 23, 2023

There was a study published in New England J of Medicine that indicated Actemra is helpful...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/848201/

Discussion: The impact of Prednisone on A1C

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Apr 23, 2023

Are you tapering by 5 mg per week? I don't believe there is any correct way...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/849185/

Discussion: The impact of Prednisone on A1C

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Posted: Apr 25, 2023

I was diagnosed in Nov 2022, they think the Shingrix vaccine triggered the PMR. Got a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/842287/

Discussion: Last Covid Booster in August 2022 I’ve had severe pain. Probable PMR

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Posted: Apr 12, 2023

Pleased your quality of life has so improved. I was very reluctant to go on Prednisone...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/844191/

Discussion: How did your PMR begin?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Apr 16, 2023

Are you currently taking both Actemra and prednisone? I took prednisone daily for 12 years for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843985/

Discussion: PMR - How will I know I am in remission?

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Posted: Apr 16, 2023

I have a PMR/GCA and I’m currently seeing a rheumatologist. It was a rocky start, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/852370/

Discussion: Is everyone here diagnosed with PMR seeing a rheumatologist?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: May 1, 2023

Totally agree with you! What is in our supermarkets is mostly not real food. I'm a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/854196/

Discussion: Diet & PMR.

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Posted: May 4, 2023

Hello MaryMV: I have had a somewhat similar experience to share with you. I have had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/855160/

Discussion: PMR symptoms drastically improved during COVID/Omnicron infection.

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: May 5, 2023

Hello, Wrist and hand pain has been a recurring occurrence with me. I am currently tapering...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/750258/

Discussion: PMR with hand/wrist pain and swollen veins?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Sep 16, 2022

I received an email about a comment or response you made...and being new to the site...I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/857902/

Discussion: Spinal steroid injections while on Prednisone

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: May 10, 2023

I was miserable on prednisone and my quality of life was deteriorating after 12 years of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/857961/

Discussion: PMR and Inflammation Markers

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: May 10, 2023

I was diagnosed with PMR in late November. I started on 20 mg of Prednisone. I’ve...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/859320/

Discussion: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR): Meet others & Share Your Story

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Posted: May 13, 2023

Hello steelbh... I am so sorry that you have PMR.... I believe most people with PMR...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/286606/

Discussion: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR): Meet others & Share Your Story

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Mar 9, 2020

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