Immunosuppression
"Currently taking 16mg of Medrol once a day as part of undergoing IVF, although I&#039;ve taken it in the past at smaller doses to help with my chronic, moderately-severe asthma, which worsens in winter.  While I love prednisone for what it does in helping me breathe (and hopefully in successfully helping me achieve motherhood), I hate its side effects.  For me, the biggest problem is the anxiety (though weight gain isn&#039;t fun).  I already have an underlying anxiety disorder, but taking this, especially in higher doses makes me feel truly &quot;crazy.&quot;  Panic at unbearable levels, insomnia, sweaty, clammy hands and feet, racing heart, irrational/inconsolable....the whole nine yards.  I use it strictly as a last (or only) resort and not without caution."