Hi Erin,
I was on 60mg of pred daily, but now I'm down to 60 mg every second day. I'm not sure why my neuro suggested weaning me off the drug that way instead of minimizing my daily dose - but I just do what I'm told! I have noticed LOADS of ridiculous side effects from the steriods, mostly superficial, but never had any problems with blood work. Well, no more problems than before I guess. I've always had tricky veins so I also usually end up looking a bit like a "junky" as you so aptly put it! My side-effects haven't stopped yet (which is disappointing because i really hoped my moon face would be gone for the summer) but I think they are getting a little better.

I would still take all the stupid superficial problems though and be able to walk!! I'm so much stronger than I was a few months ago! And as much as I hate the steriods, I also love them - they made me able to function independently again.

All the best with your treatment!
~Kathy