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Was on high dose of predinsone for 2 1/2 weeks. came off of it and developed a non itchy "rash" on face and chest that looks like bad acne. is this co?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Expected: Acnes is a common side effects after high dose of prednisone. It will go away with time but if it bothers you a lot, ask your doctor to prescribe a retinoid cream for you.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Related: Prednisone can cause some acne. It should get better in a few weeks. Please see your doctor who prescribed the prednisone if it does not clear up.

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