Recounts the author's discovery, consultations, and diagnosis, all while navigating the death of her 103-year-old mother, a performance at the Kenedy Center, and the consolidation of her life via a full-time move to upstate New York.
High doses of prednisone and similar medications are taken by about one million Americans annually, often to manage serious health conditions. However, these drugs can lead to significant side effects, such as mood swings, weight gain, decreased physical strength, and increased susceptibility to infections. The book explores the balance between the necessity of these treatments and their potential negative impacts on patients' lives.