@boomermeg it was a neurologist that told me I'm old. I have a phone appointment in early Nov with my rheumatologist. I live about 8hrs from my rheumatologist so phone calls are the way to go for me. He follows me closely with blood work monthly. He did tell me if I didn't feel well to go back to the last dose where I felt well, therefore I'm going to gradually increase my dose and see where I feel better. I think 5mg was good for me. Only 2mg difference but that might just be what I need. As far as caffeine goes,I don't drink coffee and most days I only have 1 cup tea with caffeine and the rest I drink green tea. I do appreciate all the info you send and I do read it. I will let you know how things are going with my increase in Prednisone starting tomorrow