Hazel Shepard
Poly myalgia rheumatica really does need the help of steroids - it can take 1-2 years to overcome. The dosage is lowered day-by-day. I have been there and know what you are going thru. You should do a lot of research - Arthritis Foundation; library and look up on the internet - very vauable information can be found there. Good uck for a speedy recovery.