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I had my first bout of PMR thirteen years ago in 2008 when I was 62....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/651100/

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

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Posted: Nov 4, 2021

Hi Kay, Before I was diagnosed I was on 9 Advil a day just to get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/650735/

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

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Nov 3, 2021

Hi MaryAnn, It's good to hear you are already living a healthy lifestyle and exercising. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/649713/

Discussion: PMR Anyone?

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Posted: Oct 30, 2021

Hi @jmcc, Welcome to Connect. Reading your post brought back some memories of my first occurrence...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/636028/

Discussion: PMR Anyone?

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Posted: Sep 16, 2021

Both instances of my PMR lasted about the same amount of time, approximately six months. The...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/635643/

Discussion: How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone

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Posted: Sep 15, 2021

Thanks for the reply. I also anticipate getting the booster when it is available, but I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/635631/

Discussion: How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone

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Posted: Sep 15, 2021

Hi John, Appreciate both the welcome and reply. As mentioned, an increase of 1 MG a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/634850/

Discussion: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR), prednisone and Coronavirus COVID-19

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Posted: Sep 12, 2021

Hello @georgev, Welcome to Connect, an online community where patients and caregivers share their experiences, find...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/634816/

Discussion: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR), prednisone and Coronavirus COVID-19

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Posted: Sep 12, 2021

These are my thoughts based listening to doctors who have treated PMR. Markers are not always...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/854064/

Discussion: PMR and Inflammation Markers

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Posted: May 4, 2023

No I haven’t taken any anti anxiety medication/ I have just not been able to taper...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/856220/

Discussion: How did your PMR begin?

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Posted: May 8, 2023

I am 7 months into this PMR journey and am on prednisone and hydroxychloroquine. I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/769671/

Discussion: Prednisone tapering is challenging. What does remission feel like?

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Posted: Nov 5, 2022

This is a long story. My PCP diagnosed me with Templer Arteritus and prescribed 60 Mg...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/857423/

Discussion: What's your experience with Actemra for GCA?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: May 10, 2023

Hi @jmcc, I have no medical training or background but I have had two occurrences of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/646035/

Discussion: Prednisone tapering is challenging. What does remission feel like?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Oct 18, 2021

From 25mg down to 10mg in two weeks is a very fast taper. Prednisone tapers must...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/842115/

Discussion: Two weeks in, frightened by meds, PMR and COVID Booster Shot

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Posted: Apr 12, 2023

What ever MSM is I had a similar experience yesterday while on my 2nd wk of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/842339/

Discussion: How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Apr 12, 2023

I be inclined to think it's a side effect of the prednisone, one that isn't mentioned...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/841934/

Discussion: My muscles are atrophy

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Posted: Apr 12, 2023

Sadly I think you may have answered part of your own question - everyone is different....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/842217/

Discussion: Lowering below 2 mg of prednisone

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Posted: Apr 12, 2023

Mine started right after my flu shot. I was tired and thought the fatigue and aches...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843306/

Discussion: How did your PMR begin?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Apr 14, 2023

Methotrexate (MTX) takes 3 to 6 months to become effective. I for one chose immediate pain...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843539/

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

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Posted: Apr 15, 2023

At this point, I can see why you don’t stop the Actemra. I have gone back-and-forth...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843887/

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

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Posted: Apr 16, 2023

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