What to expect after prednisone

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I was put on prednisone week before last to treat EN that had continually

worsened over about a month's time. I received almost instant relief from the

prednisone, and I could finally walk pain free for the first time in weeks. I

was on a titrated dose, and I did seem to notice some of the pain returning as I

got to my last four doses (one pill per day compared to the initial dose of 4

pills). I tried to chalk it up to having just slept wrong, or whatever, because

the pain was vague enough.

Today is my first day without any prednisone at all, and I have to say I'm a bit

nervous. I'm not happy at all with how my knees and wrists feel. :-( If

prednisone gave you relief, was it only while you were on it? I really don't

want to be on maintenance doses of prednisone, as I also have type 2 diabetes,

and the prednisone wreaks havoc with my blood sugar levels. If it matters any,

we believe the EN was brought on by mono, as I tested positive for mono a couple

of weeks ago.

Any experiences or advice would be much appreciated. Thanks!