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Social distancing - and your family

This was just put up on another forum so I thought I would add it here for others to try using, not only for Mother's Day but as a present for the rest of your...

This was just put up on another forum so I thought I would add it here for other...

PMRpro

Ambassador•5 years ago

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Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Hi I have polymyalgia rheumatica and I wondered if this puts me at greater risk of the Coronavirus and if I should isolate from work?

Hi I have polymyalgia rheumatica and I wondered if this puts me at greater risk ...

Ski64

•5 years ago

2 Replies

What is the lasted advice for self isolating, I've had PMR since September 2013, and live alone, I do have a partner but don't live together

Isolating advice

kate1978

•5 years ago

3 Replies

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Latest information - COVID19 - Government Publication March 21st Guidance on Shielding and Protecting those who are Vulnerable

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-...

PMRpro

Ambassador•5 years ago

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Reliable information on how long the virus stays on surfaces, please.

My OH and I are self-isolating and my daughter is bringing us what we need. We are very lucky! When she comes over we can talk in the garden at a safe...

My OH and I are self-isolating and my daughter is bringing us what we need. We a...

suzy1959

•5 years ago

19 Replies

Pmr and antibiotics

I have recently been on a course of antibiotics for a chest infection and whilst on these had very little pmr pain Have now stopped and all pmr symptoms have...

I have recently been on a course of antibiotics for a chest infection and whilst...

notalot

•5 years ago

4 Replies

MD (not Medical)

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jinasc

•5 years ago

1 Reply

PMR ,Steroids and working as Nurse

Am in a dilemma-work as a nurse in Oncology in a private hospital only 2 days a week- am 56 yrs old .PMR since May 2018.Got to 6 mg Prednisolone but have v...

Am in a dilemma-work as a nurse in Oncology in a private hospital only 2 days a ...

bakingD

•5 years ago

14 Replies

Covid 19 chat Sunday 22nd March

You are all aware of the most recent news concerning covid and we have given you lots of links for more info if needed so we have decided to leave it up to you...

You are all aware of the most recent news concerning covid and we have given you...

Yellowbluebell

•5 years ago

53 Replies

Before you post a question check out this: COVID-19 links: second edition

The original list, with additions made over the past few days is still available. Please note that I am still adding links to this first post, for...

The original list, with additions made over the past few days is still available...

HeronNS

•5 years ago

9 Replies

Hi,I'm new here

Hi, I am a nurse and have been diagnosed with pmr 4months ago,taking 10mgs of Prednisolone,does anyone know if I should be at work.I am 65 years old and very...

Hi, I am a nurse and have been diagnosed with pmr 4months ago,taking 10mgs of Pr...

Reducer

•5 years ago

41 Replies

Coronavirus

Sorry if this has been mentioned many times before but I have just returned from 3 weeks in New Zealand. I have tapered down to 0 Prednisolone , a week ago....

Sorry if this has been mentioned many times before but I have just returned from...

Breconblue

•5 years ago

6 Replies

FACT CHECK: De Bunking Myths about Coronavis

THE FERRET The Ferret Fact Service is keeping a running tally of misinformation linked to the novel coronavirus outbreak to help everyone stay safe. If...

THE FERRET The Ferret Fact Service is keeping a running tally of misinformat...

jinasc

•5 years ago

37 Replies

HYDROCORTISONE TABLETS

Hi everyone on this forum, need some advice I'm very confused, I was diagnosed with PMR September 2013, by my GP and I've found this group very helpful, as...

Hi everyone on this forum, need some advice I'm very confused, I was diagnosed w...

kate1978

•5 years ago

18 Replies

Steroids and eyes

Has, or is anyone experiencing blurry eyes that are on high strength steroids? Approx half an hour after taking my eyes seem different, it wears off towards...

Has, or is anyone experiencing blurry eyes that are on high strength steroids? ...

Hidden

•5 years ago

17 Replies

Pink spots on my face in the morning

Im currently on 9 mg prednisone. recently had to go up to 12 because of flare and now tapering down again. The past few weeks when I get up in the morning I...

Im currently on 9 mg prednisone. recently had to go up to 12 because of flare an...

Paperroses

•5 years ago

12 Replies

Taking Pred on a Night

Hi,I have had PMR for 7 month and have managed to taper down to 8 mg of Pred. However I do struggle on a morning and into the early afternoon with the ache's...

Hi,I have had PMR for 7 month and have managed to taper down to 8 mg of Pred. Ho...

Yogurt55

•5 years ago

7 Replies

Mothering sunday posts

We thought that it would be nice if everyone could freely post their mothering Sunday wishes especially as its likely we wont be seeing our children and...

We thought that it would be nice if everyone could freely post their mothering S...

Yellowbluebell

•5 years ago

3 Replies

What are the odds…

…Of a persistent sore throat being a symptom of PMR? I’ve had a minor sore throat for more than a week together with the dreaded deadly fatigue for more than...

…Of a persistent sore throat being a symptom of PMR? I’ve had a minor sore throa...

nuigini

•5 years ago

20 Replies

Blurry vision

I am on 15 mg of meds , notice the passed few week my left eye goes blurry at times. Do you think it has anything to do with PMR? Maybe time to get my eye...

I am on 15 mg of meds , notice the passed few week my left eye goes blurry at ti...

Chevypickup

•5 years ago

10 Replies

Very tired and weak but off the Prednisone, normal?

Almost 4 years since starting PMR attack I am now off Prednisone and my RA thinks I look done. I felt like my adrenal gland finally woke up. Felt better off...

Almost 4 years since starting PMR attack I am now off Prednisone and my RA think...

Ronswife

•5 years ago

14 Replies

Covid19 Chat - SATURDAY 21st MARCH: You can't be serious?

It is late (for me) and I am watching the news wondering how we get the unconvinced to understand that it is important that we restrict our movement and give...

It is late (for me) and I am watching the news wondering how we get the unconvin...

PMRpro

Ambassador•5 years ago

216 Replies

Puzzled

I have PMR and possibly GCA. I’ve struggled for almost four years to control my pain and decrease my Prednisone. Adding the drug Actemra has really helped. I...

I have PMR and possibly GCA. I’ve struggled for almost four years to control my...

Blackcatlover

•5 years ago

31 Replies

Just tapered off steroids does anyone know how long they stay in the system and will I still have a reduced immune system

Hello, From my heading you will note I have just reduce from 20mgs of steriods to nil. It has been a long and frightening journey. So far so good. Hope it...

Hello, From my heading you will note I have just reduce from 20mgs of steriods t...

sauntergirl76

•5 years ago

4 Replies

Could this be a spring miracle?

https://www.affaritaliani.it/puglia/coronavirus-da-un-barese-l-intuizione-di-due-pazienti-per-ogni-ventilatore-660299.html?ref=ig I'm sorry this is in Italian...

https://www.affaritaliani.it/puglia/coronavirus-da-un-barese-l-intuizione-di-due...

PMRpro

Ambassador•5 years ago

19 Replies

Walking the Dog. Some Clever Ideas on How You and your Dog can have Fun Exercising Together while you Self Isolate or can't go Outdoors.

I promised to put up some useful links and tips to help you while you Self Isolate , or if you have to regularly stay at home because of your Chronic Health...

I promised to put up some useful links and tips to help you while you Self Isola...

Blearyeyed

•5 years ago

40 Replies

How do I find information on prednisone and diabetes?

Looking for forum info on prednisone and diabetes. How do I search for it Thank you

Looking for forum info on prednisone and diabetes. How do I search for it Thank ...

Linny3

•5 years ago

4 Replies

Low Carb virgin seeks advice

We've added low carb to our intermittent fasting as already stated some 3 weeks back. I weighed myself this morning and have lost .3kg. I know PMRpro posted in...

We've added low carb to our intermittent fasting as already stated some 3 weeks ...

IdasMum

•5 years ago

7 Replies

Useful chart

Visual reminders are so helpful!

Thelmarina

•5 years ago

3 Replies

RISKS OF STEROID MEDICATION AND CORONAVIRUS

Dear all, I hope that you are keeping safe and well. For anyone who is concerned about any effects their medication might have on the risk of getting...

Dear all, I hope that you are keeping safe and well. For anyone who is concerne...

Hidden

•5 years ago

12 Replies

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All posts for March 2020

Social distancing - and your family

Polymyalgia Rheumatica

What is the lasted advice for self isolating, I've had PMR since September 2013, and live alone, I do have a partner but don't live together

Latest information - COVID19 - Government Publication March 21st Guidance on Shielding and Protecting those who are Vulnerable

Reliable information on how long the virus stays on surfaces, please.

Pmr and antibiotics

MD (not Medical)

PMR ,Steroids and working as Nurse

Covid 19 chat Sunday 22nd March

Before you post a question check out this: COVID-19 links: second edition

Hi,I'm new here

Coronavirus

FACT CHECK: De Bunking Myths about Coronavis

HYDROCORTISONE TABLETS

Steroids and eyes

Pink spots on my face in the morning

Taking Pred on a Night

Mothering sunday posts

What are the odds…

Blurry vision

Very tired and weak but off the Prednisone, normal?

Covid19 Chat - SATURDAY 21st MARCH: You can't be serious?

Puzzled

Just tapered off steroids does anyone know how long they stay in the system and will I still have a reduced immune system

Could this be a spring miracle?

Walking the Dog. Some Clever Ideas on How You and your Dog can have Fun Exercising Together while you Self Isolate or can't go Outdoors.

How do I find information on prednisone and diabetes?

Low Carb virgin seeks advice

Useful chart

RISKS OF STEROID MEDICATION AND CORONAVIRUS

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