😥 I've been prescribed Prednisone several times over the years, but always there was the warning that prolonged use would damage the liver, so I am very wary of it.
Several years ago when I was seriously infested with Poison Ivy, I was giving a bottle (not a dose pack) along with a script for Hydroxyzine (for itching, but I continue to use that PRN for sleep)
As soon as the inflammation from the P Ivy resolved, I stopped the prednisone, so I still have some if needed.
I had a 1st cousin die while I was in the military from Crohn's, I didn't know about it for years.

Confused :/ you said he IS an inspiration? but he is no longer living?