Vicky...I was about to post the name, polymyalgia rheumatica because the description of your symptoms definitely "fit" this condition. I remember so well..my brother telling me that he had polymyalgia rheumatic...how painful it was...but, as birte mentioned. i.e., that it is temporary...it WAS temporary with my brother and it never did recur. I just wanted to pass that information on to you thinking that it could be hopeful/helpful for you...just knowing that the possibility/probablity of its recurring could ease your mind...and not to in any way minimize your post, Vicky...but, have I at least earned an A- for knowing the name of the condition? Hopefully, your doctors will be able to come to some agreement about what can be prescribed for you without any concern for medication contraindication.

Therese