Thanks John.  That's funny. . .side effects have got to be so different for each individual.  Ron has not gained any weight nor the fluid retention.  I hope others will share their experiences because the effect I wrote about are "killing us". . .

I have experienced the thin skin and easy bruising but wasn't sure it was a side effect of prednisone. I do wear socks to bed after an exciting ride to the ER from rubbing my feet together and nicking a vein close to the surface of the skin. Good thing I woke for my old man trip to the bathroom which is when I noticed blood all over the floor while I'm turning in circles to see where it's coming from. I didn't feel anything due to the neuropathy in both legs and feet. It is funny looking back on it but wasn't funny when it happened. I had attributed it to what I "believe" caused my small fiber peripheral neuropathy - many years in my 40s and 50s taking lisinopril for high blood pressure.

Hi @rinron,

Many Connect members have discussed Prednisone, so I'd like to tag a few, and hope they will join this discussion with more information for you.
@angelard @lemdjm @twinskl @jrt26 @mmontgomery008 @jewel8888 @chicagomichelle @blindeyepug @crhp194 @dsisko @freemary @bboxer @jay_baruch @bertbiz @momij @vdouglas @ajgray @coastalgirl, would you share your thoughts about Prednisone and its side effects?

As always, thank you @johnbishop for sharing much of your insightful experience; @rinron, you may also be interested in this discussion on Connect:
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So far the side effects I've experienced is weight gain (15 lbs) and I may have glaucoma. I am waiting for an appointment with a specialist since my regular eye doctor noticed increased pressure (24-25) in both eyes and more on the left. I started on prednisone 60mg daily and taper down for 8 weeks then restarted after a week due to return of symptoms at 10mg daily for over a month and taper down by next week.

HiRe side effects from prednisone I have been on this wonderful (it saved my life) but toxic drug since sept 2015.Most of time I was on equivalent of 1mg/kg weight.To me the two most horrible  & irreversible side effects are osteo necrosis & ? Cataract - not to mention being hyper &/or low energy & depression during tapering. I am fearful of needing a hip replacement prematurely.I have not needed insulin while on prednisone. I think I achieve this by checking my blood sugar several times a day and walk or eat accordingly (a half hour speed walk can half blood sugar!) I eliminate simple sugar or juices from diet and don't over eat.  I have been able to maintain my weight.Hope this helps!A

I have been on prednisone for 7 months, started at 40mgs, now down to 7mg. Gained weight at first as I could have eaten whole pies, cakes etc. Now am not gaining but find it hard to lose. I keep involved in my hobbies (I am 73) and keep involved with friends. I suppose I have had other side effects but keeping busy doesn't allow me time to think about them. I am just happy to be alive after open heart surgery and giant cell arteritis. Each person is different, however, and I feel so sorry for the ones that have bad side effects. Best to all of you-at least we are still here.