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4 yr had parainfluenza bad cough on predisolone getting better husband and i now sick should i stop meds with her since it makes u catch thing easier?
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Stopping: a course of steroids before the complete regimen has been used can cause rebound symptoms which can be more difficult to treat. The immunosuppressive effects of short courses of steroids is usually not significant.
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