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Flare caused by stress and overexertion
hello all, I was diagnosed with PMR in April 2020 and spent 3 years on steroids. Using lots of advice from this site I have been off steroids and pain free for just over a year. My exercise tolerance was back to normal and long walks , even uphill were not a problem. Unfortunately the last few weeks
hello all, I was diagnosed with PMR in April 2020 and spent 3 years on steroids. Using lots of advice from this site I have been off steroids and pain free for just over a year. My exercise tolerance was back to normal and long walks , even uphill were not a problem. Unfortunately the last few weeks
larkthebark
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Pain following Asthma Attack
Hi I had an bad attack 4 weeks ago and stupidly went about my day and worked through it, after 5 days I gave in and had to go off work sick. I contacted my gp who gave me steroids and antibiotics. but 4 weeks on im on 2nd lot of antibiotics and 3rd course of steroids now on weening dose. im still not
Hi I had an bad attack 4 weeks ago and stupidly went about my day and worked through it, after 5 days I gave in and had to go off work sick. I contacted my gp who gave me steroids and antibiotics. but 4 weeks on im on 2nd lot of antibiotics and 3rd course of steroids now on weening dose. im still not
tigga61
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Living with Asthma
2 months ago
Ok to take Rennies?
Just started on oral steroids and wondered if anyone knows if it's OK to use Rennies for minor indigestion?, I mean, not loads, just occasionally?
Just started on oral steroids and wondered if anyone knows if it's OK to use Rennies for minor indigestion?, I mean, not loads, just occasionally?
Fluffontoast
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NRAS
2 months ago
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methotrexate advice
I’ve been on steroids for six months since being diagnosed with PMR. I’ve had a lot of difficulties with them and have been referred to rheumatology. The consultant is going to try me on methotrexate. I’d be grateful for any tipis, suggestions, advice from anyone who has tried methotrexate. I know it
I’ve been on steroids for six months since being diagnosed with PMR. I’ve had a lot of difficulties with them and have been referred to rheumatology. The consultant is going to try me on methotrexate. I’d be grateful for any tipis, suggestions, advice from anyone who has tried methotrexate. I know it
Freshairfiend
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
inflammation on hydroxychloroquine and 5mg of prednisolone
hello, I saw my rheumatologist today after complaining about my painful hands and wrists. The doctor mentioned that I don’t show any signs of inflammation on my hands or anywhere else. The reason I am confused is because I have been on hydroxychloroquine and prednisolone since September of last year
hello, I saw my rheumatologist today after complaining about my painful hands and wrists. The doctor mentioned that I don’t show any signs of inflammation on my hands or anywhere else. The reason I am confused is because I have been on hydroxychloroquine and prednisolone since September of last year
Morepasta
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Scleroderma & Raynaud's UK (SRUK)
2 months ago
91% of lupus patients report using steroids to manage symptoms
Global survey highlights urgent need for treatments with fewer side effects About 91% of lupus patients report they are currently taking or had been using oral steroids to manage their symptoms, according to a global survey of more than 7,700 patients. The World Lupus Federation (WLF) released findings
Global survey highlights urgent need for treatments with fewer side effects About 91% of lupus patients report they are currently taking or had been using oral steroids to manage their symptoms, according to a global survey of more than 7,700 patients. The World Lupus Federation (WLF) released findings
lupus-support1
Administrator
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LUpus Patients Understanding and Support
2 months ago
Sick sick sick
Well it's been a long time since I had awful flares. 4 weeks of severe asthma chrmest inflammation, skin inflammation, bowel inflammation, joint inflammation, eye and ear inflammation.. Been horrible but genius rheumy has given me 3 weeks of antibiotics and high dose oral steroids. Next week tcz infusion
Well it's been a long time since I had awful flares. 4 weeks of severe asthma chrmest inflammation, skin inflammation, bowel inflammation, joint inflammation, eye and ear inflammation.. Been horrible but genius rheumy has given me 3 weeks of antibiotics and high dose oral steroids. Next week tcz infusion
allanah
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NRAS
2 months ago
How do you deal with a very dry mouth?
Hi I’ve been on the PMR sight for a year , after Gp said I had it . Put on steroids & have had appointments with rheumatologist. After blood tests, scans & X-rays the rheumatologist says I have rotator cuff disease which being referred to shoulder surgeon and more than likely sjogrens. Blood test
Hi I’ve been on the PMR sight for a year , after Gp said I had it . Put on steroids & have had appointments with rheumatologist. After blood tests, scans & X-rays the rheumatologist says I have rotator cuff disease which being referred to shoulder surgeon and more than likely sjogrens. Blood test
TedTheMaineCoon
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Sjogren's Support
2 months ago
Swapping/stopping mtx
Hello, I don’t often post here but I’m feeling very low and need some advice. I’ve had RA since 2012 (diagnosed at 32), I was started on mtx and then Sulfasalazine was added and 5 years ago enatercept, things haven’t been that bad apart from I’ve been really breathless and breathing heavy for the past
Hello, I don’t often post here but I’m feeling very low and need some advice. I’ve had RA since 2012 (diagnosed at 32), I was started on mtx and then Sulfasalazine was added and 5 years ago enatercept, things haven’t been that bad apart from I’ve been really breathless and breathing heavy for the past
Scooooby
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NRAS
2 months ago
I think it’s PPMS
Hello, my name is Danny and I’m 44yrs old. About 18m ago I started to noticed when running my left leg started to ache more. More recently after a long walk the toes on my left foot would slap down. I had an issue exasperation with stiffness in both legs, weakness in my right arm and double vision
Hello, my name is Danny and I’m 44yrs old. About 18m ago I started to noticed when running my left leg started to ache more. More recently after a long walk the toes on my left foot would slap down. I had an issue exasperation with stiffness in both legs, weakness in my right arm and double vision
Ramdogg
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My MSAA Community
2 months ago
Meniscus tear/PMR flare update
I am following PMRpro’s advice and this morning dropped to 6mg prednisolone. I had requested more 5mg pred tablets on the MyGP app and last Friday got a call from the pharmacist at my GP surgery to say doctor wants me to drop to 4mg for 4 weeks then taper down every four weeks!! This was the GP who
I am following PMRpro’s advice and this morning dropped to 6mg prednisolone. I had requested more 5mg pred tablets on the MyGP app and last Friday got a call from the pharmacist at my GP surgery to say doctor wants me to drop to 4mg for 4 weeks then taper down every four weeks!! This was the GP who
Mfaepink1973
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Double diagnosis
Hi has anyone on here been diagnosed with both RA and psoriatic arthritis? If so would you mind telling me what drugs you are on? I am seropositive rheumatoid but I have been in a flare since my shingles jab in Jan. I recently started with additional difficulty with my tendons in my ankles and significant
Hi has anyone on here been diagnosed with both RA and psoriatic arthritis? If so would you mind telling me what drugs you are on? I am seropositive rheumatoid but I have been in a flare since my shingles jab in Jan. I recently started with additional difficulty with my tendons in my ankles and significant
Shelby37
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NRAS
2 months ago
Stereotypes, getting older and illness
Hi, I just had a thought about the psychological effects of experiencing a chronic illness. When I experienced 3 months of undiagnosed PMR 2 years ago the effects were very debilitating and I remember thinking this must be it- its game over. Then came the thought if ever I get well enough just to go
Hi, I just had a thought about the psychological effects of experiencing a chronic illness. When I experienced 3 months of undiagnosed PMR 2 years ago the effects were very debilitating and I remember thinking this must be it- its game over. Then came the thought if ever I get well enough just to go
Animalover65
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Does PMR affect one side of your body more than the other ?
I have only just been diagnosed two weeks ago but I have noticed a distinct difference in how PMR is affecting my RHS more than my left . And how long the steroids are taking to kick in in the morning . I’m doing 5mg at 2am and the rest whenever I wake , normally between 5 and 6 am with no real
I have only just been diagnosed two weeks ago but I have noticed a distinct difference in how PMR is affecting my RHS more than my left . And how long the steroids are taking to kick in in the morning . I’m doing 5mg at 2am and the rest whenever I wake , normally between 5 and 6 am with no real
Murphysauntie
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
..... and now the next thing comes along !!
Hi, As if I thought things could not get any worse, I have just been diagnosed with sciatica, having suffered with the PMR for the past year and wondered if anyone has suffered from this having PMR as well, so if they are related or not. ? Would it be possible also that could be a PMR flare ? although
Hi, As if I thought things could not get any worse, I have just been diagnosed with sciatica, having suffered with the PMR for the past year and wondered if anyone has suffered from this having PMR as well, so if they are related or not. ? Would it be possible also that could be a PMR flare ? although
gillsky8
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Small Airways Disease
I had an infection the end of Jan (still not sure what it was - maybe RSV). Didn’t really start like a cold but airways closed up & excessive mucus. Mucus tested & nothing so no antibiotics. Things slowly got worse, although I was continuing to exercise to clear my chest of mucus (my primary issues is
I had an infection the end of Jan (still not sure what it was - maybe RSV). Didn’t really start like a cold but airways closed up & excessive mucus. Mucus tested & nothing so no antibiotics. Things slowly got worse, although I was continuing to exercise to clear my chest of mucus (my primary issues is
PW_R
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
2 months ago
Help - trouble with diagnosis
Hi there, Looking for some help/guidance here as im at a bit of a loss with what to do next. Sorry for the rambling but I feel so defeated Im34 YO Female, and for about 2 years on and off I have had a number of lupus symptoms, Raynaud's in my hands, joint pain, horrendous fatigue that means I sleep
Hi there, Looking for some help/guidance here as im at a bit of a loss with what to do next. Sorry for the rambling but I feel so defeated Im34 YO Female, and for about 2 years on and off I have had a number of lupus symptoms, Raynaud's in my hands, joint pain, horrendous fatigue that means I sleep
Severusisismydog
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LUPUS UK
2 months ago
Severe catamenial asthma
HiI have severe catamenial asthma which is being very unpredictable and debilitating ATM. Steroids and home nebs are just about keeping me out of a&e ATM. I've just started. Ryequo dyer being on prostap to control periods. Wandering what else anyone else with this has tried? Thx
HiI have severe catamenial asthma which is being very unpredictable and debilitating ATM. Steroids and home nebs are just about keeping me out of a&e ATM. I've just started. Ryequo dyer being on prostap to control periods. Wandering what else anyone else with this has tried? Thx
shadyshaderton
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Asthma Community Forum
2 months ago
No steroids
Hi,I have just received my rescue pack from my GP,but only got antibiotics,I called as I thought they had made a mistake but apparently they are not giving steroids with rescue packs any more,with no explanation. Has this happened to anyone else?thankyou.x
Hi,I have just received my rescue pack from my GP,but only got antibiotics,I called as I thought they had made a mistake but apparently they are not giving steroids with rescue packs any more,with no explanation. Has this happened to anyone else?thankyou.x
Bubba39
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
2 months ago
Stomach problems and steroids - where next
I was diagnosed with polymyalgia in 2021. By summer 2023, I had reduced to 4.5mg. But the death of a close friend, for whom I am executor, resulted in a big flare. I consulted Rod Hughes privately in autumn 2023 and was advised to go to 15 mg and reduce in stages. I reached 9 but a flare caused by
I was diagnosed with polymyalgia in 2021. By summer 2023, I had reduced to 4.5mg. But the death of a close friend, for whom I am executor, resulted in a big flare. I consulted Rod Hughes privately in autumn 2023 and was advised to go to 15 mg and reduce in stages. I reached 9 but a flare caused by
Hidcote
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
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