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Weight loss with PMR
Since being dx with PMR 2 1/2 years ago I have lost weight, even on prednisone. I was on prednisone for 18 months, losing about...
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Weight loss with GCA and Polymyalgia
I have had GCA and polymyalgia for 2 years. Actemra injections every 14 day. Continual weight loss unable to gain. All blood tests are good...
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My story/Initial weight loss?
Did you initially lose weight easily with PMR, even on Prednisone? I started hurting in Jan 1 2026 and started steroids May 1st. I lost...
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Has anyone lost weight with PMR/GCA on high dose Prednisone?
My husband was diagnosed with PMR May 2023, GCA February 2024. He lost about 10 pounds or maybe a little more between being diagnosed with...
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Ozempic for PMR?
Ozempic and other weight loss injectables. Has anyone had any experience with the many weight loss drugs that are on the market? How do these...
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@laura71, I gained quite a bit of weight my first time around with PMR and it...
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Dx of SIBO as a result of acid reducers from use of prednisone?
Just wondered if any of you with stomachs affected by prednisone use were prescribed acid reducers and as a consequence are diagnosed with Sibo (small...
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@pellwang, as with any supplement that is unregulated, it's important to be skeptical as well as...
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@debdan8825 Have you been stressed out over your PMR? That could account for your weight loss,...
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Have you switched to an anti-inflammatory diet? Weight loss and loss of appetitie is a symptom...
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Anybody have high GGT liver results since PMR?
My labs this week show a GGT reading (liver) of 300. Normal is 5-30. Heard from my doctor and I have to go in for...
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I know that pmr can cause weight loss and the corticosteroids weight gain which is temporary....
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PMR Experimenting with GLP-1, metformin, Jardiance Exercise
Since my last post, Experience with GLP-1, metformin, and Jardiance; and PMR Posted by Sirref (@sirref), Jun 22, 8:45 pm. I have conducted self-experiments by...
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After remission ... has anyone discontinued Actemra or Kevzara?
Although I don't have any problems with Actemra for PMR ... I don't seem to be able to discontinue Actemra. I'm very happy to be...
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Damage to adrenals? Addison's Disease?
I've been treating PMR for 3+ years. I also have an immunological deficiency that makes me very prone to infections, I've been on Methylprednisolone for...
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