I was on Prednisolone for 6 weeks and finished them 2 weeks ago.....

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Posted at 4:58 PM on May 04, 2009 by jaycey, #41188

I was on Prednisolone for 6 weeks and finished them 2 weeks ago....I gained 18lbs in weight, which I still haven't lost..The swelling in my face has started to decrease...My stomach is so bloated, I look about 6 months pregnant and cannot get into any of my Jeans..I suffer permanent indigestion and constipation, plus discomfort and aching in my chest and around my heart..I have booked to see my GP again this week as I feel so uncomfortable.

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Reply 6 months ago on May 05, 2009 by ddeboer, #19523

Your GP may very well tell you it's all in your head. They generally have no idea about Prednisone, sorry to say. None of my business but perhaps I can help some. May I ask why you were on it, what doasge and did you taper off?

Been where you are, thank God it was only six weeks but I know from experience that even that amount of time can have some damaging effects.

You will be fine though, that I promise.

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