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Always a tough choice. I had my first experience with sterois in April/May. Five days of IV solumedrol, followed by tapering Prednisone for three weeks. I did have a rather nasty flare-up. Lost function in my right arm and leg, had severe shaking in my right hand and couldn't walk without losing balance. My doc recommended the steroids and I finally gave in. Anyway, I still had all my symptoms for three weeks after starting the steroid treatment. I thought they would magically stop my flare up in one day (silly me). There were a lot of nasty side effects, but I can report that I have come back completely as of a few weeks ago. All function returned. Now, I know this brings up the question - would I have come back eventually without the drugs? Who knows. I thought it was worth a try. Hope things work out for you whether you decide to ride out the storm or try the steroids. Any other info I can give on the treatment, please let me know. Best of luck - Sharon Grace
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