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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Pain And Fatigue

Hi, recently I was referred to a rhumatologist. My lab work shows high inflammation levels. I have suffered over 3 years with muscle pain, stiffness, fatigue, flu like feeling, etc. 70 years old. Retired teacher. Advised to try Predisone. Very concerned about that med due to possible side effects. 20 years ago had predisone from dentist. Possibly a higher dose than will begin with now. Got very anxious/nervous. Don t want to have side effects. Dr. is wonderful. Said to start off low dose, 5 mg. If no side effect, gradually increase to goal of 15 mg. Do you think this is good idea. I even stayed home from Yom Kippur services today due to stiffness, pain, and fatigue. Susan
Tue, 26 Feb 2019
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Hello,

That's a great idea. Usually, steroids are recommended to start off low dose 5 mg, then, gradually to increase until 15 mg/daily.

Take note that all meds do have side effects. But, when the positive effects outcome the side effects, then, that you should take them as prescribed.

Meanwhile, can take magnesium to ease muscle stiffness.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Pain And Fatigue

Hello, That s a great idea. Usually, steroids are recommended to start off low dose 5 mg, then, gradually to increase until 15 mg/daily. Take note that all meds do have side effects. But, when the positive effects outcome the side effects, then, that you should take them as prescribed. Meanwhile, can take magnesium to ease muscle stiffness. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician