Originally Posted by lady_express_44

It might be a long-shot . . . but one of the potential side-effects of steroids is Avascular Necrosis:

"Avascular necrosis is death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. This can lead to tiny breaks in the bone and the bone's eventual collapse.

..... Avascular necrosis of the wrist may cause wrist pain and finger weakness. You might feel less pain when you keep your hand still.

.... Common causes of avascular necrosis include ... Corticosteroids."

Cherie