Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) Support Group

Presently on 5mg/day Prednisone from 6 mg/day and taper hasn’t been all that successful as I experienced an increase in symptoms in my shoulders, right...

I was diagnosed with PMR in June after months of severe morning pain in my hips to mid thighs and my neck. I started at...

On June 22nd, 2024 I was diagnosed with PMR and was started on 20 mg prednisone. By July 5th I was down to 12.5 and...

I have been taking Prednisone for 6 weeks now, started on 15mg and massive improvements once on 12.5, walking well, using light weights for training...

Has PMR affected your hands? In February, I noticed my legs and arms were often sore and stiff (no pain in my neck or shoulders)....

One month ago I was diagnosed with PMR which came on after COViD vaccines. I am only 55. My CRP was very high. I was...

Hi Everyone! I was recently diagnosed with GCA and have been on prednisone for over a month now. I am concerned because I started at...

Hi, all. I'm wondering if anyone is finding any alternatives to Prednisone in treatment of PMR? I've been on the PMR/Prednisone train for about 6...

I have tapered from 40 mg prednisone last February to a current dose of 9 mg. I’ve also been on methotrexate going on three months,...

My husband was diagnosed with Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) May 2023. He started at 30 mg prednisone tapering to 12.5 by January 2024. In November his...