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Does anyone feel just awful on prednisone? I have new PMR diagnosis, with 20 mg and the side effects of prednisone are markedly worse than the pain my shoulders, elbow and wrist/hands. I am taking antacids, but there's a tightness in my chest, or esophagus, then I feel exhausted or spacey. I ended up getting more blood work done from my GP as I am now worried about an onset of diabetes. Any input would be appreciated!!!

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I am on 2.5mgs and it does not totally control the pain. 5mgs will, but I fear some of the side effects as well. At 5mgs, I will gain weight and the bruising is worse. The 2.5 mgs worked fairly well for me until I took a long car ride. Haven't been able to get control back yet. I am afraid to get off prednisone because of the risk of GCA. It that a wrong assumption?