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Update from 5 days ago Flare

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I do hope you are enjoying the Easter break in whatever way you can. We’ve been fortunate in having unseasonal sunshine which makes the world a better place.

I’d like to say a very huge thank you to all who contributed to my previous post, I did as suggested and added 5mg to my dose of 3mg after 4 days all the pain had disappeared. Today is day 6 of the increased dose. I’m thinking’ tomorrow to revert back to 3mg or 3 1/2mg as suggested, do you think that’s the best plan of action?

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DorsetLadyPMRGCAuk volunteer

I would be trying 3.5mg as 3mg was where the issues started…and maybe an extra day or two at the higher dose wouldn’t come amiss.

Good to hear it helped.

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Tinasleepyhead in reply to DorsetLady

Thank you so much that’s exceptionally helpful 🙏

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I wouldn't go all the way to 3mg - that's where it went pear-shaped!

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Tinasleepyhead

I was going to try 3 1/2 for a month, do you think that’s best?

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DorsetLadyPMRGCAuk volunteer in reply to Tinasleepyhead

Sound like a plan…..😊

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Tinasleepyhead in reply to DorsetLady

Thanks so much 👍🏻

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PMRproAmbassador in reply to Tinasleepyhead

Sounds better to me!

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SheffieldJane

Yes, I agree with DL a bit above the point of trouble. It is great when this works.

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MiloCollie

So glad you’ve had some pain free time. Sunshine as an added bonus😜

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Tinasleepyhead in reply to MiloCollie

Thanks so much, I’ve only just caught up on your Fall, do so hope you get a full recovery soon 🙏

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Tinasleepyhead

Thanks so much 👍🏻

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