Saturday, 2 August 2008

12 June 08 - Side effects from the steroids



Deb and Jacqui










Deb is on the steroid Dexamethasone. The dose will vary during her treatment but at present it is 2 x 2 mg tablets per day. Deb has some side effects from taking the steroids including:
  • Cushingoid face ('moon' face)
  • Weight gain
  • Inability to sleep
  • Increased appetite
  • Eye disorders
  • Candidiasis (thrush)

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