reducing Prednosolone

Dear Sir,
I have benn prescribed Prenisolone for Polyneuralgica. I had an inconclusive biopsy in May. I was taking 60mg daily which over the summer was reduced. It is now middle of October and I still taking 5mg daily. I am waiting to see a specialist but there is such a long waitig list that it could be weeks or months before I get help. I have had and still are having unpleasent side effects Can I reduce further for example next week take half this dose? Is a dose of 2mg sufficient to keep me out of trouble. If I noticed symptoms returning I could increase again?
Thank you.
Lyn Kristensen
PS my face is bursting

[Sandy Feldman, MD, MS]

Dear darling364,

I recommend that you seek the care of your own doctor to determine whether you can reduce the medications. Let them know what problems you are having.

Dr. Feldman

Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California

[darling364]

Dear Doctor Feldman,
Thank you for reply. I have asked my doctor but her answer is not satisfying. She says
I can reduce the dose and at the same time pay attention to the symptoms. If they get worse increase the dose, if better decrease. I am now at 5mg Prednisonen. The only thing I notice is that I am continually tired but this could be attributed to my thyroid problems. I take Levaxin daglig. Fosamax weekly and various other medications.
As a woman I hate my moon face and swollen legs and tummy though I am not prepared to risk my health  for vanity.
How can I or indeed a doctor know how far I can reduce the dose further?
Yours sicerely,
Darling364

[darling364]

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