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How do you approach treatment of PMR in a patient who has had avascular necrosis of the hip after starting steroids?

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Rheumatology · Harvard Medical School

In this clinical scenario, I strongly advise avoidance of steroids. The data looks promising for using anti-IL-6 therapy in PMR. I don’t think it should be considered first-line therapy for our patients yet but should be reserved for those who have major contraindications or issues regarding the use...

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