Prednisone

Well, the title says it all. I phoned my doctor's office this past Monday and they got back to me today. Dr. Pope wants me to go on Prednisone. Can't say I'm very happy about it but then if it will help I'm about ready to try anything right now.

The dosage will be 20 mg for two days, 15 mg for the next two, then 10, then 5 and that's it. I started this afternoon and after about three hours started feeling better - less pain. It's now 6 hours later and I notice a significant difference in the pain level. I feel very mild nausea but not enough to really bother me. A pretty good trade off I'd say.

So, we'll see what the next few days bring but I am encouraged by the quick results.