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Is there an alternative to 15mg hydrocortisone or is it the least potent steroid? long term abx not clearing staph in bladder, dr wants me off hydro
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See details: There is little difference in different cortisones. The risks depend on the dosage used and the length of time it is taken.
Answered 5/2/2014
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