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Normal blood pressure. for me is 75/53. im on prednisone amd it is now106/80 and pulse is 60.blood pressure keeps going up. is it normal ?

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Yes: Prednisone can cause fluid retention. Which can elevate blood pressure. It can also raise your blood sugar.

Answered 8/15/2016

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