Prednisone Help?

I just finished 3 weeks of prednisone, it seemed to help about 50% with eye, cheek and lymph node pain. Almost as soon as I stopped the pain came back as usual. Also, the prednisone gave me horrendous hip pain, and I have a family history of heart problems too. Did anyone get relief from Prednisone? See my neurologist again on Friday. Eyes so sore, burning and sensitive to light I can’t even look at the moon. Nothing like having a wire brush pushing down on your eyes. The only thing that helps a little is just keeping my eyes closed. Anyone have help with Prednisone? Side effects? Alternatives to Prednisone? Thanks all for your support!! Must leave computer for now, can’t take the light. Love to all my strong friends - Susan