This week on Calling in Sick, it’s just you and me — and one of the most polarizing meds in chronic illness: Prednisone. Over 70% of us with chronic illness are prescribed it at some point, and whether you call it a miracle drug or a necessary evil… you’ve probably got a story.

We’re diving into:

⚠️ Why I think not all doctors should be able to prescribe it

💪 How I’ve learned to love (and talk to) my body through steroid weight gain

⚡ Why you have to “use the energy or lose the energy” in the first 72 hours

🤣 My most embarrassing pred rage story — and the alter ego Coop named

If you’ve ever been on Prednisone, I promise you’ll feel seen, validated, and maybe even laugh a little.

xx,

💬 Comment: What’s your best Prednisone tip for a newbie?

TIMESTAMPS:

Intro:

00:00:00 Welcome Back to Calling In Sick! 

00:02:57 Introduction to the Prednisone Survival Guide

00:05:05 Alex’s Weekly Life & Health Updates

00:08:05 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Paint by Numbers & Face Roller)

00:08:50 Prednisone and Chronic Illness

Prednisone Survival Guide:

00:12:18 Tip #1: Create an Alter Ego

00:18:18 Tip #2: Harness the Chaotic Energy

00:23:38 Tip #3: Your Body Will Change

00:29:38 Tip #4: Tapering Prednisone

00:34:44 Tip #5: Finding the Right Doctor

Conclusion:

00:36:00 One Brain Cell Show of the Week: Somebody Feed Phil (Netflix)

00:37:30 - Thank You for Listening!

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