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Is taking systemic corticosteroids (i.e. prednisone, prednisolone etc.) contraindicated while taking testosterone or test precursor? endos weigh in?

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Dr. John Goldman
Dr. John Goldmananswered
Rheumatology 57 years experience
No: These are two different types of chemicals and depending on the reasons for usage could be used together. These are issues to discuss with your physicians.
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