Gosh I am sorry. When it rains it poors. I am in a storm too. Hopefully the prednisone will help. Maybe it will cause your system to settle down and so it won't just be short term even after you stop taking it. I hate when a new pain takes the focus off the other pain. No wonder sometimes I can't remember life things too many body parts in pain to focus on. Sorry for my rant. Feel better and hope you get to enjoy your trip