I'm sorry you are going through a tough exacerbation. I'm glad to hear you are doing a little better.

Steroids make me feel awful! It takes a good week or more after to start feeling human again. They do increase my fatigue and just make me feel ill. It sounds like you are going through something similar. By chance, is it possible you had some sort of virus or infection before starting the steroids? The combination of an illness and steroids can make you feel more fatigued and ill. That only happened to me once.

Getting some sort of state assistance will help. It will definitely take some of the stress of medical bills off your shoulders.

I agree with Judy. Discuss getting SSDI with your doctor(s). The more support you have from your medical team, the greater your chances of receiving SSDI. Talking with a lawyer will help as well.

Again, I hope you start feeling better soon. Let us know how you are doing.