Why do they seem so low?
Low mood and anxiety can come with PMR itself, and steroids can also affect mood.
The full answer, with the sources, is in the guide.
Sources
- Arthritis UK (formerly Versus Arthritis): Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR)
- NHS: Polymyalgia rheumatica, overview
- NHS: Polymyalgia rheumatica, treatment
- NHS medicines: Prednisolone
Reviewed 2026-11-09 · next review 2027-11-09