Strange symptom

Hi, I have GCA there are three years  -  all about vision though.

Yes, on Pred, 10mg now.

You certainly will get thoughts and suggestions from experienced patients here in response of your question.

Wish you get  soon a clear definition from your doctors so you will be put  on the right track and start feeling the results after starting the proper treatment.

All  the very best, Karenjaninaz.

 

It does seem like it is sinus and it can include the jaw and the sinus areas anywhere in face or neck.  You might need to up the Prednisone.  One does not want it to go to eyes, also inflammation of any cranial arteries is not a good thing. Keep it down with the Prednisone

Make certain they evaluate you for CGA. Pain in the cheek area could be that. Especially if there are no other findings.

I've had an especially hard time with allergies turning into sinus infections.  Last time it took 2 round of antibiotics to clear it up.  Now have a cold, again, and am sure it will end up in my sinuses.  Yes, I think it's related to prednisone/PMR.  I've been on it for almost 2 years, too.  Also, have a tooth that xrays okay and tests okay, but it still hurts.  Have been putting off getting a root canal if not necessary, but not sure how long I will hold out.  I'm beginning to think that might be PRM related also.  I would definitely do the nose sprays he suggested; I use occasional saline sprays to help nasal drip.  Welcome to our journey. . .

 

It would be hard for me to tell.....I grew up and live in "FL and have had

sinus and allergy problems most of my life.  The warm winter we are having has stirred it all up.  Things continue to grow and bloom and

when the wind blows I know I'm in for some serious sinus problems.

I've been to a couple of ENT's and they only give me stuff that is

way too strong for me.  I'd have to sleep most of the day.  Since I'm on

blood pressure meds there isn't much I can take to help.  I do use

a sinus wash and that is somewhat helpful....

Today examined by rheumatologist. Sees no indication sinus related to PMR. The air here is very old and dry 30% humidity. I suspect that is the proble.

MD lowered pred to 12.5mg. What can I expect with lowering the dose? 

Sinus definately related to Giant Cell Arteritis as the inflammation of the arteries can increase a sinus situation. For me it was jaw, neck, around eyes and forhead--scalp tenderness--clusterlike headaches that felt like sinus Extra strength Musinex Sinus medicine does help a great deal.  Good luck  I think the two diseases can go hand in hand at time: PMR and GCA