Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) Support Group

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...

My husband was diagnosed when PMR May 2023 and GCA Feb 2024. He’s been on very high doses of prednisone that has resulted in osteoporosis....

I have been dealing with hip, shoulder,neck and back pain besides other joints for a few years now. Have had injuries ruled out and have...

I am conflicted on when or if to get a Covid shot. I see from our group than some have had a very bad reaction...

I was diagnosed with PMR and possible GCA in July 2024. In January 2025, I began Actemra infusions, every 4 weeks. I am currently on...

Two years ago I was diagnosed with Osteopenia. This January I was diagnosed with PMR and put on 20 mg Prednisone which I have not...

Has anyone else found that sugar worsens their PMR symptoms? I've tried cutting the sugar in my diet to an absolute minimum, and it seemed...

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)....

I guess I'm posting in an effort to reach out seeking some hope and optimism, because PMR is really getting me down. I'm only two...

Hi, I’m Terri! I was diagnosed with PMR January 21, 2025, but I have lived with chronic pain for the last 20 years. I’m also...