Question 1

can take steroid nasal spray if any body have symptoms of covid 19.though i'm not sure is it risky to take nasal steroids for a covid 19 patient..and another question is does covid 19 cause only shortness of breath with out fever?

Accepted Answer

Usually there is: fever, however, as we see more patients with Covid-19, we are seeing a wide range of symptoms, as well as those who seem to have no symptoms, who may be contagious.If one generally takes a nasal steroid spray for allergies or sinus issues, one should be fine taking it to see if it helps. If you are short of breath, you should call your doctor or go to the ER.

Question 2

what allergy medicine is safe for glaucoma patients?

Accepted Answer

No risk: If you have been diagnosed with glaucoma, then all of the systemic allergy medications will not cause a problem.  Any disclaimers relate to the uncommon angle closure glaucoma which your doctor has no doubt ruled out already if you have this diagnosis.

Question 3

is ashwagandha is safe for glaucoma patient ?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: This herbal supplement is obtained from a plant in the tomato family. It contains withanolides (steroidal lactones), alkaloids, choline, fatty acids, amino acids, and a variety of sugars. Like any plant or herb, the unknown compounds like alkaloids can have undesirable side effects. Since no testing has been done, we do not know if ashwagandha is safe for glaucoma patients.

Question 4

are steriod injections in the frontal area of the scalp for hair loss safe for someone who has glaucoma.

Accepted Answer

No: Steroid injections to prevent hair loss are not effective and you run the risk of worsening your glaucoma and hastening cataracts. Is this treatment being given by a doctor, if so, get a second opinion.

Question 5

is a steroid shot for congestion safe in heart patients?

Accepted Answer

Usually: Some pts have very poor heart function and even a small amount of steroids can cause salt and water rention. This can put the pt at risk for congestive heart failure. Other than this extreme cirumstance, its usually ok. Check with your cardiologist before getting any treatments for congestion.

Question 6

i can't avoid some of my asthma triggers, is it safe to use my steroid inhaler?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Totally safe.  You need to be aggressive about keeping your asthma under control.

Question 7

is it safe to smoke weed while taking a steroid inhaler (relvar)? i have moderate asthma, havent had an attack in years?

Accepted Answer

: Inhaled marijuana MAY cause bronchial irritation and trigger an asthmatic attack. If it hasn’t thus far, it hasn’t and therefore is less likely to do so in the future.

Question 8

i was wondering if taking lexapro for depression and 100mg of trazadone is safe. i'm a copd patient with asthma.and just recently started trazadone and have been uncomfortabley bloated and shortness of breath and lower back pain. can these be related?

Accepted Answer

: Lexapro and especially trazodone can cause sedation and impair your respiratory “ drive”.  Especially with severe COPD or asthma this can cause hypoventilation. Potentially very serious, life threatening condition. Check with pulmonary doctor

Question 9

can a steroid inhaler help a sore throat from post nasal drip? no asthma but ent prescribed 7 days of betamethasone inhaler for allergic rhinitis. is it safe to use for this purpose? i feel a burning in my chest after using it. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

: These findings may be related to the inhaled steroid or allergies, infections. Allergy testing and avoiding triggers, including smoke exposure is recommended. A daily antihistamine may be helpful. Rinse nasal passages with saline prior to using n prescribed nasal medication. Watch for signs of shortness of breath and rash  A virtual consult with Healthtap is available.

Question 10

eccimery laserfor miopia in glaucoma patient?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Laser refractive surgery is generally not recommended for patients with glaucoma but it depends on many factors: is it early glaucoma, is prk planned? There may be exceptions to the general rule.

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Can take steroid nasal spray if any body have symptoms of covid 19.though i'm not sure is it risky to take nasal steroids for a covid 19 patient..and another question is does covid 19 cause only shortness of breath with out fever?

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What allergy medicine is safe for glaucoma patients?

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Is ashwagandha is safe for glaucoma patient ?

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Are steriod injections in the frontal area of the scalp for hair loss safe for someone who has glaucoma.

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Is a steroid shot for congestion safe in heart patients?

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I can't avoid some of my asthma triggers, is it safe to use my steroid inhaler?

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Is it safe to smoke weed while taking a steroid inhaler (relvar)? i have moderate asthma, havent had an attack in years?

A member asked:

I was wondering if taking lexapro for depression and 100mg of trazadone is safe. i'm a copd patient with asthma.and just recently started trazadone and have been uncomfortabley bloated and shortness of breath and lower back pain. can these be related?

A member asked:

Can a steroid inhaler help a sore throat from post nasal drip? no asthma but ent prescribed 7 days of betamethasone inhaler for allergic rhinitis. is it safe to use for this purpose? i feel a burning in my chest after using it. is that normal?

A member asked:

Eccimery laserfor miopia in glaucoma patient?

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