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I was diagnosed with PMR a year ago. Started on 15mg of prednisone then gradually tapering...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/192806/

I was diagnosed with PMR a year ago.

Discussion: PMR and Methotrexate

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Mar 18, 2019

Hello John, Thanks for your reply. I have read about both conditions, but didn't think I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/626409/

In addition to PMR, I also have hypothyroidism

Discussion: PMR and vision

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Aug 14, 2021

Hi, I am very new to PMR and have only been taking Prednisone for 3 weeks....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/869890/

Hi, I am very new to PMR and have only

Discussion: PMR Dosages and Managing Symptoms

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: May 31, 2023

Hi @virginiaj, you mentioned going ahead with the biopsy. Did you get the results yet? When...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/791239/

I had PMR previously, undiagnosed,

Discussion: GCA (Giant Cell Arteritis) and PMR (polymyalgia rheumatica)

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jan 1, 2023

The new Rheumy REALLY looked at my symptoms and listened to what I had to say....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/876638/

symptoms, even initially, did not match PMR

Discussion: Have you been able to taper prednisone with long lasting success?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jun 11, 2023

I am new to this group ! I have been looking for other PMR suffers for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/180093/

I have been looking for other PMR suffers

Discussion: PMR Anyone?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: May 17, 2019

@emaureen, I think we are all a little impatient when trying to taper off of prednisone....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/887687/

started both of my occurrences of PMR

Discussion: What steroid dosage did you start on? Did you find the right dosage?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jun 30, 2023

Another question from this PMR newbie. How long does it take the prednisone to really kick...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/903082/

Another question from this PMR newbie

Discussion: Do I have polymyalgia rheumatica?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jul 27, 2023

Hi @wedgyjackson, I had symptoms of pain and stiffness throughout my body, PMR, not diagnosed. Then...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/952201/

and stiffness throughout my body, PMR

Discussion: Headache in back of head possible symptom of GCA?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Oct 22, 2023

I used to think the 10% rule made a difference. That was before an endocrinologist told...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026614/

aspect of this is whether or not the PMR

Discussion: Weaning off of prednisone & pain management

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Mar 3 9:19am

Hi @microbe1943, You will notice that we changed the title of your discussion to better describe...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/622361/

I have had 2 occurrences of PMR but

Discussion: PMR - Prednisone and random itching patches of skin

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Aug 2, 2021

I am a registered dietitian and eat a primarily plant-based, whole foods, organic diet. I experienced...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1081716/

experienced a short bout (about a year) of PMR

Discussion: Does diet affect the occurrence and severity of pain?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jun 6 8:32am

bones. I have osteoporosis. And had it before prednisone. Now have been on prednisone for 7...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1097254/

flaring problem. get below 2mg. and PMR

Discussion: I keep relapsing when I try to get off prednisone

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jul 1 7:11am

Mt ophthalmologist told me to run, not walk, back to her if I had even one...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1088909/

apparently did not have symptoms I believe PMR

Discussion: GCA conserns

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jun 18 6:00am

Both tart cherry juice and turmeric are well-known anti-inflammatories. I take 2000 mg. turmeric (with black...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1126589/

that is why I had a very mild case of PMR

Discussion: Could your PMR have been a result of the Covid mRNA vaccine?

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Aug 19 8:10am

Covid scares the bejesus out of me. The news stories from four years ago are still...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1102286/

's been more than a year since PMR

Discussion: Need to decide to get a Covid Shot while I have PMR.

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jul 9 11:28am

Hi Ethan. I am new to the group and really appreciate the perspectives and experiences expressed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/286693/

Regarding PMR, it came on me around ... came upon me before I even know what PMR ... surprised to hear that all of the PMR

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

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Oct 23, 2020

I ended up subscribing to The Atlantic (which I’ve always considered doing) just so I could...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/890479/

Around the time he was diagnosed with PMR ... immune system response that can set off PMR ... and PMR.

Discussion: Statin discontinued due to neuropathy. What are some alternatives?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jul 5, 2023

Hello all, I just stumbled upon this group while searching for natural remedies for PMR. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/725829/

searching for natural remedies for PMR

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

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jul 11, 2022

@skiing Your proposed taper plan sounds reasonable (up 5 mgs. and then drop when you are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/717593/

remember that prednisone does not cure PMR

Discussion: PMR flare without a dose reduction

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jun 14, 2022