Sue
Hi Donna, I'm glad you are going to see a rheumatologist. Your doctor started you on a very high dose of Prednisone. Usually, doctors start you on 20 mg or even 15 mg if they suspect PMR. Please keep us posted about what the rheumatologist says. I hope you are doing much better soon! I've had PMR for a year and a half, and I was diagnosed after only 6 weeks of extreme pain and stiffness and terrible fatigue. I was lucky to get some help sooner than you were. I'm sorry you had to endure the terrible symptoms of PMR for so long, before you got some relief! I'm on 10 mg of Prednisone now, and I have had several setbacks lately. I hope to have better luck tapering the Prednisone next time. Please post soon and let us know how you are doing. Sue