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Posted 8/6/2013 1:42 PM (GMT -5)
So Im not loving the bloat, it makes my joints achey and is aggravating my sciatic nerve. Has anyone ever had their doc prescribe water pills for pred bloat? Not loving the slightly puffy face either...
Posted 8/6/2013 1:50 PM (GMT -5)
Actually that can happen with prednisone and so can weight gain. Make sure you eat something with it because its hard on your stomach. And getting up for a walk or any kind of movement is good if your retaining fluids. Just make certain you keep your doctor informed, and go to the doctor if your ankles start to swell. Oh and try to avoid salty foods that makes you retain water too.
Posted 8/6/2013 6:03 PM (GMT -5)
Prednisone makes me pee a lot anyway. I had to have lasix when I was on IV steroids. I've never gone like that in my life!
Posted 8/6/2013 8:14 PM (GMT -5)
I WISH I had water pills last time I was on prednisone! definitely ask your doctor for them. I retained fluids like crazy until I started tapering. I think it would make you feel better at least.
Posted 8/6/2013 10:00 PM (GMT -5)
Some GIs will prescribe them but some will not depending on your symptoms due to that Lasix can cause dehydration and if you are still having some D then it may cause you more issues than it is worth.

It's probably worth having a conversation with your GI about this. I have an appointment with my GI and I am going to ask if I can get a script. My joints are so sore right now and the bloating is getting bad because I've been on 60mgs for 2 weeks now. ugh.
Posted 8/7/2013 1:05 AM (GMT -5)
I took some of my husbands prescribed pills....before that I gained 15 lbs in one week!  They really helped!
Posted 8/7/2013 3:08 AM (GMT -5)
Are achey joints a side effect of Pred? Shouldnt Pred be helping to reduce pain from joints?
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