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Why does prednisone cause excessive urination and sugar craving and excess tiredness? i get this every time i take it. anyway to curb sx?
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Different Steroid: Steroids influence many of your bodies functions strongly and broadly. If you are having consistent problems with side effects from the prednisone. Talk to your doctor about other options when you require treatment with steroids.
Answered 11/28/2017
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