Re: [TMIC] Fw: Prednisone/Neuro/Devic's

2005-12-11 Thread pjv1234
Oh how I wish we could all just share some of the other's burdens when hurting like this. I don't think I handle it any better than the next TMer - I don't always voice how I'm feeling or when I'm hurting. Not because of any specific reason. e I can't communicate how I feel as you have just

[TMIC] Fw: Prednisone/Neuro/Devic's

2005-12-10 Thread Grace
My neuro's office phoned me today to tell me that he is adamant about reducing my prednisone dosage due to the thrush infection. The nurse explained to me that if uncontrolled, it could become systemic and cause me no end of trouble. I've told him on many occasions that I would much rather

Re: [TMIC] Fw: Prednisone/Neuro/Devic's

2005-12-10 Thread luthyen
You said it, Alton! Grace, I too have been under some pressure from my endocrinologist to come down on my prednisone. Only problem is that when I do, my blood pressure goes with it! I can only go down about 2.5 mg per month or so! Blood pressure goes, balance goes, pain gets worse, the whole

Re: [TMIC] Fw: Prednisone/Neuro/Devic's

2005-12-10 Thread cherpent
Alton, God Bless you. I have written Grace personally - I want to thank you for being so direct and right to-the-point! You're great. Linda in Bothell, WA -- Original message -- From: Alton Ryder [EMAIL PROTECTED] Grace, call your doctor pronto. You need an