Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) Support Group

https://academic.oup.com/rheumatology/article/55/2/347/1822760 Higher initial dosages LOWERED the total time needed to taper to 5mg of prednisone. This study was for Giant Cell Arteritis, a closely related...

I have decided after researching and discussing with my Dr to ween off Prednisone while switching to methotrexate. I do not like how prednisone makes...

hi. I started 20mg Prednisone/Methylpredisolone one month ago. I am noticing that my brain doesn’t function like it used to. very forgetful and the strangest...

I developed a very severe case of PMR 2 years ago. I started on a fairly high dose of prednisone and responded well quickly. I...

I was diagnosed with PMR June 2024. I have been tapering off prednisone since then. In August my hands began to swell, painful to make...

British Medical Journal article. This is the most informative article i have read so far and answers questions about tapering schedules, split dosing and why...

Has anyone developed sleep apnea some time after being diagnosed with PMR? I recently have, and I think it's a redistribution of fat and/or weight...

I have been on a combination of prednisone and methotrexate for PMR and because of relapses when I get to 5 mg. of prednisone plus...

Hi, I am new here and just finding my way. I have some questions. I was recently diagnosed with PMR. I took the initial diagnostic...

Hi all. The unpredictability of prednisone is what causes me the most problems. I know the Myriad of side effects, both physical and mental, are...