Steroid tablets

[OhYouMerryLittleKitten]

Been prescribed prednisolone by the gp to try and get on top of my inflammatory arthritis while I wait for the rheumy. One week at 30mg then taper down.
I'm rather scared to take them! Worried about my mood changing drastically (it's quite low atm) and worried about picking up bugs as I keep picking up colds and tummy bugs anyway. Also worried about ballooning up, though I could do with putting a bit of weight on. Also scared that it will send my heart rate bonkers.

So what are people's experiences? Should I be brave and go for it?

[OhYouMerryLittleKitten]

Sorry wonkylegs, I missed your reply. Thank you so much for your reassurance :) it's really good to hear.

I was hoping that the blast of steroids would give me some breathing space, but sadly not.