Isn't it frustrating? It took years to get my RA diagnosis, and that isn't uncommon with these types of problems. Have you seen a rheumatologist? That would be the doc to see for fibro and PMR.
PMR can cause neuro complications because it can cause giant cell arteritis. https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/polymyalgia-rheumatica-and-giant-cell-arteritis Arteries can become inflamed and swollen, and depending on the artery, that can have an effect on nerve function. I don't think PMR would have caused the c5-6 bulging, but it can certainly cause the other issues.
If you haven't seen a good rheumatologist, you really should. That can be the secret to getting a diagnosis and proper treatment.
Comment Reply
Hi Sue-
Isn't it frustrating? It took years to get my RA diagnosis, and that isn't uncommon with these types of problems. Have you seen a rheumatologist? That would be the doc to see for fibro and PMR.
PMR can cause neuro complications because it can cause giant cell arteritis. https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/polymyalgia-rheumatica-and-giant-cell-arteritis Arteries can become inflamed and swollen, and depending on the artery, that can have an effect on nerve function. I don't think PMR would have caused the c5-6 bulging, but it can certainly cause the other issues.
If you haven't seen a good rheumatologist, you really should. That can be the secret to getting a diagnosis and proper treatment.
Good luck!
April 18, 2010 - 6:15amThis Comment
Reply