welcome jan
i am so sorry that you are going through all this
yes the steriods do hurt but it shouldnt be that bad. i hope that it isnt RSD sounds like alot of us tho
i have full body (head to toe and internally ) for about 11 yrs now. im glad that you got into a PM doc hopefully he will and can help the biggest thing is to get treatment right away to help control and possible remission for your rsd. at least you got meds/ nlcoks are a big help to

any questions fire away we will answer
i hope this finds you in lower pain

carrie