Sorry to hear of your unabated misery. That changes the whole equation regarding the drawbacks and side effects of Prednisone as opposed to it’s redeeming feature.

i still believe you should investigate further the possibility of RA, which in itself, is multifaceted and could be at work in other areas of your body. My Rheumatologist currently has me on Mycopentolate and Prednisone (which is being reduced). I haven’t had flares in 6 months...color me lucky. For now.