Join the Giant Cell Arteritis group to help and get support from people like you.
Giant Cell Arteritis Questions
Displaying 5 questions associated with Giant Cell Arteritis.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica - Urgent need for information on prednisone dosage for PMR flares.
Have been tapering and now at 2 mg. But have had three flareups this year. Several doctors, including specialist at Duke, don't seem to know enough about PMR to provide enough medication to treat the return of painful swelling. How have you dealt with this in communicating with your doctor?... read more
Starting Actemra for PMR, RA and GCA looking for others currently using Actemra?
Hello! I am starting Actemra next week. I was Dx with PMR in 2004 and in January of this year and landed in the hospital with GCA and the worst headache of my life. I also have RA. I switched rheumatologists and my new one recommended I research and consider starting Actemra. I would like to know... read more
How do I relieve itching and rash associated with reaction to prednisone?
I have been taking prednisone to alleviate giant cell arteritis. I have developed a very itchy rash. I am unable to stop the itching? What are your suggestions for controlling or eliminating the rash and the itching?
Ask a question
To post your own question to this support group, sign in or create an account.