Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Pain And Tenderness In Muscles Despite Taking Prednisone?
I have a history of RA, CAD, short term memory loss due to stroke. problems with dizziness, that is getting progressively worse, diabetes, HTN, exogenis pancreatic insufficiency,and several other conditions. My problem is muscle pain, with walking, tenderness, I have to stop doing what every I am doing - I love yard work. But the muscle problem seems to getting worse. There is no pain ( chest), there is of course the RA (using Orencia q wk). Am on numerous meds, including Prednisone 5 mg qod, Orencia, Plaqunil, Arava 20 mg q am. I live in a small rural town, and no one of my DRs. seem to know what the problem is. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Tue, 22 Dec 2015
Hi welcome to HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concern.
As you are on multiple medications for your multiple health problems, it may be the side effect of one of these. Prednisolone, a potent steroid is the top of it. For my patients I recommend the steroid pulse therapy instead of continuous steroids to avoid complications. I would suggest for you to consult your physician regarding steroid therapy. Meanwhile you can use Tab Nuberol 1 tablet three times daily to relieve muscle pain.
I hope this be of some help.
If you have ant query feel free to ask.
Thanks
I have read your question and understand your concern.
As you are on multiple medications for your multiple health problems, it may be the side effect of one of these. Prednisolone, a potent steroid is the top of it. For my patients I recommend the steroid pulse therapy instead of continuous steroids to avoid complications. I would suggest for you to consult your physician regarding steroid therapy. Meanwhile you can use Tab Nuberol 1 tablet three times daily to relieve muscle pain.
I hope this be of some help.
If you have ant query feel free to ask.
Thanks
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....