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Posted at 12:29 PM on Sep 15, 2008 by teralee65, #34512
I took prednisone for 6 days ( the pack). Six the first day and five the next till day six I had one pill left. I have never experienced hair loss like this. I have a patch of hair that fell out in a circle the size of a 50 cent piece. I didn't notice it really falling out but noticed a bald spot and I freak out. I came on line to get info about this medication. This drug was ordered for me because I have severe pain in my back due to osteoarthritis, sciatica and back surgery. I was told taking this would help with the inflammation and might relieve some of the pain symptoms. Well, I think the pain would be better then the side effects that I suffer. I had loss of appetite and acne on my face. I feel dizzy and bloated. I pee all the time and seems like i visit the bathroom much more often for other reasons too. I have felt like a crazy lady and have less patience than normal. I hope that this does not last for ever. This is a small amount of the medication. I am sorry for those of you that have experienced a long period of time on this medication. I pray for you that they will find another alternative with less effects to your bodys.
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Reply about 1 year ago on Sep 21, 2008 by sarac, #12613

sorry to hear about your experience with prednisone. i think you're right about long term use of this drug. it's essentially a death sentence, certainly a person's quality of life will greatly deteriorate.

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Reply about 1 year ago on Sep 24, 2008 by bonnelope, #12728

Hey there. I am experiencing something very similar. I was put on prednisone for 14 days and had to stop taking it at day 12. I feel crazy, peeing all the time, swollen belly, muscle fatigue and acne. My hair is also thinning. Have your symptoms gone away or are you continuing to have problems? I finally went back to the Doctor today and he told me that he should have just given me a strong dose of motrin. I want to cry! I have never felt this crazy in my life. I am fortunate to not have to take this medicine long term. I wish I had been informed. Bless those people.

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Reply about 1 year ago on Oct 21, 2008 by toni1, #13683

Hello there, well I had to take this for five days and am feeling the same way, well I haven't have the hair loss at this time, What did the doctor's say about the side effects going away, I'm so scared!!!! I've been off it for a day and a half now, if anyone can help please let me know.

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