I am a 32 year old that was diagnosed with Thyroid nodules. I have been on Prednisone for only three days. This drug has given me my life back. Before taking this, I could not swallow or eat solid foods and had a high temperature because of the swelling. Only 24 hours after taking it, I felt almost 95% better. I do have a racing heart & I lost weight...down 5 pounds today. I only have 2 more days to go, but after reading these stories, I plan on only taking it short term. My heart goes out to all of you.