PS to previous post

[ClioMcM]

I just want to clarify that the blood test results I had (from the only blood test I’ve had since diagnosis) for the inflammatory markers were done in the beginning of September, when I was still on around 1mg Prednisolone. Also that the painkillers I take in the morning only help a bit, not a lot. Having spoken to someone who also has PMR, I am wondering if I should ask my doctor for further tests, including tests to establish whether my adrenal glands are working/whether what I am feeling is primarily AI. Also possibly to consider a short term return to Prednisolone to see if that relieves all the symptoms.

[PMRpro Ambassador]

This would be better in the original post - as it is we have no context at all to make any reply.

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer]

As PMRpro says, doesn’t really give a feel for what’s gone on before, so have linked previous post -

healthunlocked.com/pmrgcauk....

In which I sent link re adrenals - so worth getting them checked..

But if painkillers aren’t helping then you probably still have PMR so therefore do need to go back on Pred, which may make testing adrenals meaningless depending on what dose you are taking.

Whatever, you do need to contact GP….