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A member asked:
Is it logical to wonder if 2 years on prednisone can be a contributing cause to a cancer ?
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No: There's no data that says that steroids are associated with cancer or that they contribute to a diagnosis.
Answered 4/13/2013
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Yes: Immunesuppression due to long term Prednisone can increase your risk for cancer. Discuss with your doctor if this may be the case for you.
Answered 6/30/2014
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