Thanks MrsD. Maybe I have/had an infection masked by the steroids. Internist also said uric acid levels could be responsible for some of the joint pain.

Forgot Allopurinol today until 2:30... Joints screaming, but better after dose. No idea whether due to Prednisone cut, Uric Acid elevation or stress...

I am dead tired, hurting all over, scary chest pain and my dad had a stroke last night...

Off topic here... I have tried REPEATEDLY to get him off of STATINS, as some may recall. Today, his legs will not support him and he cannot stand...

Cathie