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Did Prednisolone Cause Numbness In Face And Hands?
Hi I have been taking 8 prednisolone for a week now then I have to go down every weektill I end up taking one tablet then stop due to me being bad with my asthma. I have got a numb ffeeling in my face and hands is this a side affect or should I stop taking them . Thank you mklml.uise
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Tue, 20 May 2014
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You are taking prednisolone for asthma. your numbness in face and head are not due to prednisolone. It may be due to some other problems. So you need examination. Then take treatment accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You are taking prednisolone for asthma. your numbness in face and head are not due to prednisolone. It may be due to some other problems. So you need examination. Then take treatment accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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