Question 1

i just found out that my cortisone levels are pretty high? what are some conditions i should be worried about?  (i am not on any meds)

Accepted Answer

Many factors: 1-cushings syndrome
a metabolic disorder caused by overproduction of corticosteroid hormones by the adrenal cortex and often involving obesity and high blood pressure
2-stress
 3-hypercortisolism
4-diabetes
5-depression.

Question 2

i have small bumps that ooze a little they go away over time i don't have a disease i've been checked but not giving a definite answer on what exactly it is. can i use cortisone 10?

Accepted Answer

Where?: Where are these skin lesions. You should see your doctor for evaluation diagnosis and proper treatment plan

Question 3

does cortisone in high doses damage the adrenal cortex?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged use, yes: Using steroid for a brief period of time of less than a few weeks probably won't have long term effect, but prolonged use will suppress it--it loses the ability to produce the steroid. Thus folks who need to use steroid for an extended of time often need to remain on it. The length of time varies, but using more than 3 wks typically would need a slow wean. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 4

could cortisone shot in the shoulder cause high bp, dizziness, & ears feeling like they r clogged lasted about 45mins?

Accepted Answer

Reaction to : Could be a reaction to the preservative in the numbing medicine (typically Lidocaine or some type); generally it's not from the steroid itself. But i would discuss with your physician.

Question 5

are there any medications to reverse skin atrophy from cortisone? also can high cortisol levels in body cause skin thinning?

Accepted Answer

Maybe and Yes : Yes to the second questions. Localized skin atrophy can be a side effect of cortisone type medications when injected locally. Image guidance, choice of steroid formulation & technique can minimize the risk, but does not eliminate it. It may improve with time. In a few of my own patients, i've had excellent results with dermal fillers injected by plastic surgeon or dermatologist.

Question 6

my temperature yesterday was just under 37.5. i do not usually present with high fevers. i never have. when i had malaria (years ago) my fever only went up to 39. i do suffer with chronic asthma and do have times where i nebulise and take cortisone.

Accepted Answer

Medical eval: These symptoms could be from a number of different causes. At this point, COVID 19 is on the differential diagnosis list. Please contact your PCM for assessment who can then make recommendations.COVID 19 sx’s: dry cough, shortness of breath, chest tightness, nasal congestion, fever, headache, sore throat, feeling tired, loss of sense of taste/smell, decreased appetite, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting,

Question 7

i am having high bp (180/100) after epidural cortisone injection  also pounding heart. it was a week ago. should this still be happening?

Accepted Answer

No: That is highly unusual, though I am not sure what in the injection would cause it as neither the steroid nor the local anesthetic would cause long term issues like that.

I would call the doctor who did the procedure to discuss the concerns.

Question 8

3 years old child with high sgot 77+ u/l and high sgpt 98+ u/l. doctor prescribed cortisone as immunosuppresant. mild anisocytosis, absolute lymphopen?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: A virtual appointment and review of his records may be helpful. The markers of inflammation and identification of the cause of his elevated liver enzymes is suggested. Does he have any symptoms?

Question 9

good day. my fianc was put on a very high dosage of cortisones during her pregnancy due to the itp virus. she got off the cortisones 7 months ago after the birth but now gets heart aches out of nowhere that comes and goes. ?

Accepted Answer

Needs a full exam: ITP = Idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura - black and blue marks over the skin caused by low platelet count.  Most cases BELIEVED to be caused by a virus but no one knows for sure.  Whatever the cause (virus?, autoimmune disease?) it COULD be affecting her heart as well, causing pericarditis (inflammation around the heart) or myocarditis (inflammation of the heart itself)

Needs a full evaluation

Question 10

my mother, 89yr, was on high dosages of cortisone  for allergy. she stopped the cortisone suddenly and now has severe stomach pains, for two weeks. due to covid-19 we can't get her to a doctor. could the pains be from stopping the cortisone suddenly?

Accepted Answer

Conceivable: However, severe abdominal pain should be evaluated promptly as other causes cannot be ruled out. Best will be still to coordinate through her treating physician office that can offer insight of how to proceed from here.

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I just found out that my cortisone levels are pretty high? what are some conditions i should be worried about? (i am not on any meds)

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I have small bumps that ooze a little they go away over time i don't have a disease i've been checked but not giving a definite answer on what exactly it is. can i use cortisone 10?

A member asked:

Does cortisone in high doses damage the adrenal cortex?

A member asked:

Could cortisone shot in the shoulder cause high bp, dizziness, & ears feeling like they r clogged lasted about 45mins?

A member asked:

Are there any medications to reverse skin atrophy from cortisone? also can high cortisol levels in body cause skin thinning?

A member asked:

My temperature yesterday was just under 37.5. i do not usually present with high fevers. i never have. when i had malaria (years ago) my fever only went up to 39. i do suffer with chronic asthma and do have times where i nebulise and take cortisone.

A member asked:

I am having high bp (180/100) after epidural cortisone injection also pounding heart. it was a week ago. should this still be happening?

A member asked:

3 years old child with high sgot 77+ u/l and high sgpt 98+ u/l. doctor prescribed cortisone as immunosuppresant. mild anisocytosis, absolute lymphopen?

A member asked:

Good day. my fianc was put on a very high dosage of cortisones during her pregnancy due to the itp virus. she got off the cortisones 7 months ago after the birth but now gets heart aches out of nowhere that comes and goes. ?

A member asked:

My mother, 89yr, was on high dosages of cortisone for allergy. she stopped the cortisone suddenly and now has severe stomach pains, for two weeks. due to covid-19 we can't get her to a doctor. could the pains be from stopping the cortisone suddenly?

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