Grasshopper, unless you're an MD, you're coming very close to practicing medicine without a license. You're right about prednisone causing some difficult behaviors and it can cause psychosis in large doses over long periods of time. Prednisone is a prescribed medication and your Dad will need to speak with his doc about whether or not this is a good time for it. Perhaps you can both go to the doc and discuss your goals for the wedding with regard to your Dad and his ability to enjoy the day.

@A MyCOPDTeam Member I like how you were prepared to take prednisone on a regular basis. I have had massive doses at a time on a few occasions. They give me thoughts of dying and visions in my head. That has happened twice a couple years apart. When I have an exacerbation, I can be sure prednisone wll be part of the treatment. I have often wondered about a daily low dose. It sounds as though you have a thorough medical team working together in you behalf. My pulmo mentions side effects which I would shy away from. Maybe being female makes a difference. God bless you.

Prednisone "sucks" BUT" it works.

I'm a former nurse and was diagnosed 2+ Years ago with st age 4 copd. I too have many exacerbations. As much as I hate the prednisone IT REALLY WORKS!
Former pts of mine took prednisone preventionally on a daily basis. Course only 1tab a day. I'm thinking of talking about it with doc.
Much luck and freeer breathing!!

@A MyCOPDTeam Member: Thanks so much for the update. I'm so glad it worked out for you, at least to that extent. I know your Dad put forth a lot of effort, not only for himself, but to fulfill your and his wish to walk with you on the occasion of a lifetime. "Till death do you (and your new husband) part" always remember what your Dad did for you and himself. God bless you all the years you all still have together.

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