I'm just checking in, and sharing my experience. I had a great summer, but started having symptoms again in mid-August. My neuro and I decided to try me on a low dose of Prednisone (10 to 20 mg.) with a view to treating flare-ups (not as a constant, on-going treatment). Because that's how my disease seems to come: periods of strength followed by flares.

This is day two for me. I'm not bothered by side-effects, but I'm also not stronger. In fact, I'm weaker. I know it's possible that even on such a low dose, I'll get worse before I get better, so I'm not quitting yet.

If this low dose doesn't help, or only helps a little bit, I can consider a higher dose, but that's a whole other decision that I'm not making yet. These flare-ups make me tired, and I have trouble walking, and weakness in my arms, but I am still not having troubles with my vision or breathing.

Abby