Developed PMR symptoms in Early December 2018. Severe headaches developed on Dec 24th (I seldom get headaches) above the temples. No way to get a biopsy then, so I am currently be treated as if I have GCA. No vision loss. No cataracts. Eye pressure elevated, but not at glaucoma levels.
Started at 20 mg Pred. Upped to 80 with GCA diagnosis. Now tapered down to 35 mg.
In general, I feel quite well at the moment, working, and doing physical activities (biking, hiking) with my 17 yr old son.
I do have an osteoporosis diagnosis noted as a result of doing a baseline bone scan. Note that I am a robust person, no broken bones, but I am 65 yrs old. Still a surprise.
Will be taking Fosamax.
I have started taking Calcium & vitamin D3, C & K2. Any advice for something else? Also I take the supplements in the late afternoon with dinner to separate the intake from the time a take prednisone (5 am). Is this optimal?
Also note I modified my diet to be a little more healthy and completely removed drinking alcohol.