A member asked:

Cont mom#3! hydromorphone 2mgs as a prn. she's not 1 2 take pills that aren't needed but she's is in so much pain. can that med cause her kidney 2fail?

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Dr. Carl Balog answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Very unlikely: If she is in addisonian crisis, this alone would explain the pain and kidney problems. This is a very serious condition, and needs close medical monitoring. Decreasing oral steroids too quickly can also cause similar complaints. I think the primary concern should be evaluating her hormonal status, which will help resolve her pain. Keep in touch with her doctor weekly, if not more. Good luck!

Answered 12/20/2014

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