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11y/o shingles in ear. day3of prednisone,ciprodex,percocet,valtrex (valacyclovir). takes pills on full stomach. reg bms. sudden onset nausea/stomach pain. normal?ok?

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Ulcers: Prednisone can cause ulcers and this may be the problem. Talk to your doctor.

Answered 12/21/2014

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