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I was diagnosed last week with pmr & giant cell arteritis, went on steroids immediately, but so far they don't seem to be working, is this normal?
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No: High dose Prednisone should provide fairly dramatic improvement. Discuss this issue with the prescribing doctor.
Answered 12/31/2022
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See doctor: Follow up with your doctor as soon as you can. They know what your problem is and can best treat it.
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