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Does an 8 y.o boy who's taking prednisolone 3mg/day need a stress dose during surgery? does the risk during surgery increase the longer he's on medication?

Q: does an 8 y.o boy who's taking prednisolone 3mg/day need a stress dose during surgery? does the risk during surgery increase the longer he's on medication?

: The dose is not high, and a cortisol level may be ordered prior to surgery. Discuss with your PCP and surgeon. The type and duration of the surgery is important to consider.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

The dose is not high, and a cortisol level may be ordered prior to surgery. Discuss with your PCP and surgeon. The type and duration of the surgery is important to consider.

Answered 7/13/2021

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A member asked:

Does an 8 y.o boy who's taking prednisolone 3mg/day need a stress dose during surgery? does the risk during surgery increase the longer he's on medication?

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