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Solu-medrol steroid side effects?

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Many: Solu-medrol is a form of steroid (glucocorticosteroid). With most medications, there are possible side effects; with steroids, guaranteed. They can affect almost any body system producing diabetes, bone death, skin tearing, bruising, hypertension, etc.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 11/16/2019

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