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What are some side effects of prednisone?
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Elevated Glucose: Some side effects of steroids include, elevated blood sugar, weight gain, fluid retention, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, osteonecrosis, , cataracts, mood swings, increased risk of infections, easy bruising, adrenal suppression.
Answered 8/15/2018
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High blood sugar,: Avascular Necrosis , weight gain, insomnia, psychosis, changes in body weight distribution, osteoporosis.
Answered 11/3/2018
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Steroids are safe...: ...especially when taken for a short period of time. Common adverse effects include mood swings, increased appetitie , increased water retention and weight gain. Most patients tolerate them reasonably well though.
Answered 4/11/2018
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