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Will prednisone help or hurt my degenerative cervical spine? is 5-10mg/day too much ?
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If taken long term: Will thin the bones and cause osteoporosis and can wear out the cartilage sooner. Steroids can help and be safe short term. Discuss with your doctor.
Answered 3/19/2014
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