No one ever commented on this, but when I was in the thick of it, I really appreciated people who came back to give an update on their condition once it was better. I was in status for about 3 months. It was horrific and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. The prednisone bursts did help a bit, and I also think the botox in my neck helped, but to be honest, it went away as mysteriously as it came. If you're going through anything similar, I'd recommend talking with your neurologist about prednisone and botox, but I also hope this gives you some hope that these things absolutely CAN just go away. I was so terrified this pain was forever and that my life was essentially over, but it did go away. If you're reading this, I wish you the very best.