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Will Taking Cortison Tablets During Pregnancy Cause Any Harm To The Baby?
Hallo, Dear Doctor, My wife is pregnancy for 30 weeks. Unfortunately, I have to use cortison medicine becuase of her ear problem (250mg/day, 3 days). Now, I am worring about the negative effects of it on the baby. How about its situation? Thanks, Yours Kou
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Hi, thank you for asking healthcare magic.
I understand your concerns.
No need to worry so much. Cortisone has not been proven to be harmful to the baby especially when used after the first 3 months of pregnancy.
There might exist a risk but it has not been proven.
So it is unlikely for the baby to be harmed as a result of the treatment she took.
I hope I have answered your query
I wish you and your family well
Dr Bihle
I understand your concerns.
No need to worry so much. Cortisone has not been proven to be harmful to the baby especially when used after the first 3 months of pregnancy.
There might exist a risk but it has not been proven.
So it is unlikely for the baby to be harmed as a result of the treatment she took.
I hope I have answered your query
I wish you and your family well
Dr Bihle
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