Hi there. I am an R.N. along with just recently lost my Physician brother to a complication from Esophageal cancer (so I am a little concerned). My 59 y. o. husband has a history of GERD . He has had a persistent cough which improved with an initial does of prednisone but never went away completely and now the cough/raspy voice seems to be worse. Presently on higher does of prednisone. He also just informed me that he has lost 5lbs in the past few months while this is going on. He also just opened his dream of owning his own Scuba Diving shop. He also is still working part time in telecommunications for the income until shop can support us. So needless to say he is very stressed as well. He is not overweight and eats very healthy eating LOTS salads and veggies and fruit. He has seen a NP and a physician but meets with his long standing Primary Care Dr. tomorrow afternoon. Kind of asking what questions to ask of his Dr.??