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Slowed metabolism,not burning fat, have good diet.given 1week prednisone for unrelated neck issue.in 3days fat around middle melted away,got lean.why?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably: NOT related....HOWEVER suggest after you stop the Prednisone and wait for several weeks you have some ADRENAL HORMONE /ACTH (Pituitary) studies since DEFICIENCY of such hormones can have effect on fat distribution!

Answered 2/15/2015

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No Explanation: it is unusual for one to have rapid changes like this and never from prednisone. You likely need to see you doctor to check your thyroid as a cause of this sudden change, or get a new mirror.

Answered 1/23/2015

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