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Low-dose pred for osteoarthritis after PMS
I was diagnosed with PMR in November of 2017. Prednisone worked like magic to take away the pain, although I hated dealing with the side effects. This week, after doing a very slow taper, I am now off prednisone completely. However, I have developed arthritic pain in both knees, (not PMR) and my rheumatologist
I was diagnosed with PMR in November of 2017. Prednisone worked like magic to take away the pain, although I hated dealing with the side effects. This week, after doing a very slow taper, I am now off prednisone completely. However, I have developed arthritic pain in both knees, (not PMR) and my rheumatologist
Moralis
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PMRGCAuk
5 years ago
Impressive Benefits Of Neem
There are certain anti-inflammatory properties in neem leaves. This is especially exciting for arthritis research. The paste or oil, when applied to aching joints and muscles due to arthritis can significantly reduce pain and discomfort, and even increase flexibility if consistently used. https://www.organicfacts.net
There are certain anti-inflammatory properties in neem leaves. This is especially exciting for arthritis research. The paste or oil, when applied to aching joints and muscles due to arthritis can significantly reduce pain and discomfort, and even increase flexibility if consistently used. https://www.organicfacts.net
Kia17
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Cure Parkinson's
5 years ago
Shingles jab
Thank you all for your replies about the 2 types of shingles jabs and for PMRpro's site redirection... mmmm... all responses indicate missing this generous offer! Do GPs read the info? I have very little faith in my current GP so will tackle the surgery forewarned and, if necessary, forearmed.
Thank you all for your replies about the 2 types of shingles jabs and for PMRpro's site redirection... mmmm... all responses indicate missing this generous offer! Do GPs read the info? I have very little faith in my current GP so will tackle the surgery forewarned and, if necessary, forearmed.
tgca
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PMRGCAuk
5 years ago
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Could I have lupus?
Hi, I'm 45. I have been going to doctors to tell them I am very tired for about 9-10 years but after basic blood tests it's put down to hormonal changes. In the last 12-18months, my feet have started to hurt, my knees are sore and sometimes burn with heat (X-rays show normal wear and tear), my wrists
Hi, I'm 45. I have been going to doctors to tell them I am very tired for about 9-10 years but after basic blood tests it's put down to hormonal changes. In the last 12-18months, my feet have started to hurt, my knees are sore and sometimes burn with heat (X-rays show normal wear and tear), my wrists
Bernadette2074
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LUPUS UK
5 years ago
Repeat of cellulitis
Hello it’s me again I have a question? When can u put on compassion stocking /wraps after having cellulitis....
Hello it’s me again I have a question? When can u put on compassion stocking /wraps after having cellulitis....
Dojo2927
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LSN
5 years ago
Tapering again.
Hello to all you lovely people who have helped me over the last week. Things have now progressed further and this morning I noticed a rash where the pain had been. A visit to the doctor confirmed my suspicion of shingles. So I think I did have a PMR flare but I now also have shingles. Life is such fun
Hello to all you lovely people who have helped me over the last week. Things have now progressed further and this morning I noticed a rash where the pain had been. A visit to the doctor confirmed my suspicion of shingles. So I think I did have a PMR flare but I now also have shingles. Life is such fun
Seraphina56
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PMRGCAuk
5 years ago
ITP and shingles
If you've had ITP, can you take acyclovir? As having been given these for shingles, but knowing that they lower your immune system,? Cheers
If you've had ITP, can you take acyclovir? As having been given these for shingles, but knowing that they lower your immune system,? Cheers
Mazmeadows
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CLL Support
5 years ago
Possible nail melanoma
Hi. I am a 21 year old African American woman. I’ve been getting my nails done (acrylic/gel) for a few years now, I recently took my nails off and notice a faint grey streak on my right ring finger. I over think ALOT, like to the point where I make myself sick. I googled “black streak on nail” and came
Hi. I am a 21 year old African American woman. I’ve been getting my nails done (acrylic/gel) for a few years now, I recently took my nails off and notice a faint grey streak on my right ring finger. I over think ALOT, like to the point where I make myself sick. I googled “black streak on nail” and came
helpme98
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Anxiety Support
5 years ago
Vasculitis
I have been diagnosed with ‘mild’ lupus but am awaiting test results for vasculitis & Lyme disease does anyone else have any experience of these ?
I have been diagnosed with ‘mild’ lupus but am awaiting test results for vasculitis & Lyme disease does anyone else have any experience of these ?
er21894
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LUPUS UK
5 years ago
Atorvastatin and colchicine interaction
Had a really bad gout attack that started a couple of weeks ago and won’t subside. Used to take ibuprofen to tackle inflammation but since heart issues I’ve been told to avoid NSAIDS. So figured I’d suffer the pain and wait for the gout to run it’s course. Usually my attacks don’t last much more than
Had a really bad gout attack that started a couple of weeks ago and won’t subside. Used to take ibuprofen to tackle inflammation but since heart issues I’ve been told to avoid NSAIDS. So figured I’d suffer the pain and wait for the gout to run it’s course. Usually my attacks don’t last much more than
Maxspencer
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British Heart Foundation
5 years ago
Impetigo
I've got impetigo. What causes it and how best o treat it? I have been to my doctor and he has gven me flucloxacillin and loratadine. How long does it take to clear up?
I've got impetigo. What causes it and how best o treat it? I have been to my doctor and he has gven me flucloxacillin and loratadine. How long does it take to clear up?
whitegates
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MY SKIN
5 years ago
What to do to help partner in severe knee pain
Hi there, Partner currently in tramadol and paracetamol and collecting a prescription today for him for Pregabalin. Original cause of injury was playing contact sports into his late 50’s and has self medicated with nsaids for at least 10 years when knee flares up. No official diagnosis of what exactly
Hi there, Partner currently in tramadol and paracetamol and collecting a prescription today for him for Pregabalin. Original cause of injury was playing contact sports into his late 50’s and has self medicated with nsaids for at least 10 years when knee flares up. No official diagnosis of what exactly
Richal
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Pain Concern
5 years ago
Shingles jab and PMR
A lady I know believes her PMR was caused by the shingles jab she was recently offered at the age of 70. I’d never heard this before and I wondered if it’s a widely shared view and if so is there any evidence to back it up?
A lady I know believes her PMR was caused by the shingles jab she was recently offered at the age of 70. I’d never heard this before and I wondered if it’s a widely shared view and if so is there any evidence to back it up?
Casia
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PMRGCAuk
5 years ago
Help!! Im not allowed to take no painkillers due to Liver failure caused by the opiates that different consultants put me on.
For over 20yrs I’ve been on opiates, (at that time I knew nothing about painkillers). I’m under so many consultants but none of the was checking what medication I was on. Now, I’m not allowed any and i am climbing the walls screaming with pain (esp my back it’s crumbing), and even the pain management
For over 20yrs I’ve been on opiates, (at that time I knew nothing about painkillers). I’m under so many consultants but none of the was checking what medication I was on. Now, I’m not allowed any and i am climbing the walls screaming with pain (esp my back it’s crumbing), and even the pain management
Teanna
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Pain Concern
5 years ago
Corticoteroids over use for rash leading to fungal infection
Has anyone experienced Majocci;s granuloma? It is a severe case of ringworm caused by fungus dermatophytes. I had an allergic reaction leading to a rash over my legs and my hand. Three different doctors kept giving me corticosteroids to use which lead to suppression of local immune system where the rashes
Has anyone experienced Majocci;s granuloma? It is a severe case of ringworm caused by fungus dermatophytes. I had an allergic reaction leading to a rash over my legs and my hand. Three different doctors kept giving me corticosteroids to use which lead to suppression of local immune system where the rashes
jakehere10
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Fungal Infection Trust
5 years ago
PMR and chicken pox
I have just spent Christmas with my granddaughter she’s 18 months old who has just come down with chicken pox. What precautions should I take? No symptoms so far.
I have just spent Christmas with my granddaughter she’s 18 months old who has just come down with chicken pox. What precautions should I take? No symptoms so far.
Mimma
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PMRGCAuk
5 years ago
Misty Rushing is a CRNA (nurse anesthesiologist) and a Functional Medicine 25th Dec 2019
Misty Rushing is a CRNA (nurse anesthesiologist) and a Functional Medicine Advocate. She has been dealing with chronic illness since contracting lyme disease from a known tick bite in 2009. In 2010, she was diagnosed with lupus but later learned she had lyme disease after being tested. Doxycycline antibiotic
Misty Rushing is a CRNA (nurse anesthesiologist) and a Functional Medicine Advocate. She has been dealing with chronic illness since contracting lyme disease from a known tick bite in 2009. In 2010, she was diagnosed with lupus but later learned she had lyme disease after being tested. Doxycycline antibiotic
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Volunteer
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LDN Research Trust
5 years ago
What medicine are you taking for chron’s pain ?
I’m allergic to NSAIDS. Only Opioids as narcotics works well manage my chron’s pain. I’m having troubles with insurance between providers... with United health then changed to Kaiser Permante that I dealt with their morbid health care then changed again with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Anthem with employer
I’m allergic to NSAIDS. Only Opioids as narcotics works well manage my chron’s pain. I’m having troubles with insurance between providers... with United health then changed to Kaiser Permante that I dealt with their morbid health care then changed again with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Anthem with employer
Advocacy72
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Crohn's and Colitis Support
5 years ago
NSAID’s a no no for pain relief?
Had a sudden, unexpected cardiac arrest two and half years ago age 65. Had two stents fitted. Now fully recovered and very active again. Got severe, very painful tendinitis in foot. Are NSAID’s e.g. Naproxen or Ibrabrufen out of the question for reducing pain and inflammation? If so what alternatives
Had a sudden, unexpected cardiac arrest two and half years ago age 65. Had two stents fitted. Now fully recovered and very active again. Got severe, very painful tendinitis in foot. Are NSAID’s e.g. Naproxen or Ibrabrufen out of the question for reducing pain and inflammation? If so what alternatives
mcoops
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British Heart Foundation
5 years ago
Normal MRI, EEG -don’t feel normal Vm from shingles
Hi Things keep coming back ‘normal’ but I still get tired and have jerks and a little bit of “ataxia” when tired. I don’t think this is a “functional” or conversion disorder, since this only happened after meningitis but I keep wondering what’s wrong with me? Is it just meningitis recovery?
Hi Things keep coming back ‘normal’ but I still get tired and have jerks and a little bit of “ataxia” when tired. I don’t think this is a “functional” or conversion disorder, since this only happened after meningitis but I keep wondering what’s wrong with me? Is it just meningitis recovery?
greenocean
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Meningitis Now
5 years ago
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