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A member asked:
I have hypopituitarism so should i take extra prednisone before a dental appointment?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No...no: I assume you are taking Prednisone and thyroid medicines, possibly others, on a regular basis because of your hypopituitarism, but these need not change for routine dental work. With more major surgery/illness, stress dose of Prednisone maybe needed, but otherwise no. Best is to consult your doc... Good luck.
Answered 6/30/2014
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No but...: This should be taken up with your medical doctor. Your dentist can not answer this question.
Answered 9/29/2012
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