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I am about to be prescribed steroids for my epididymitus. no antibiotic has worked. is this a smart decision? what are the possible side effects?

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Dr. Dwain Rickertsen answered

Family practice : It is used to reduce the inflammation. There are rarely any side effects if taken on a short course treatment.

Answered 5/14/2013

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A member asked:

I am about to be prescribed steroids for my epididymitus. no antibiotic has worked. is this a smart decision? what are the possible side effects?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dwain Rickertsen answered

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