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Had Bad Asperations From Copd. Took Antibiotics. Taking Predisone. Would This Cause Ankles And Legs To Swell?
Question: was released from hospital 2 days ago after 1 week of bad asperations from my copd i am off all antibiotics but taking 80 mg day of predisone. would this cause my legs and anles to swell twice the size they normally are. i am also on 2 l oxygen right now
my ox level is 91 at rest and hr is 115
my ox level is 91 at rest and hr is 115
Brief Answer:
Yes, prednisone can contribute to swelling
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing in.
I can understand your concern ma'am. But you are in fact correct, prednisone can in fact lead to or promote swelling of hands, legs, feet, etc; as it can result in fluid retention and/or a reduction in urine output.
So yes ma'am, you are in fact right. But I am sure your doctor has weighed the pros and cons; as in controlled amounts (prednisone) the swelling can be controlled ma'am, do not worry.
I hope this information helps. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications.
Best wishes.
Yes, prednisone can contribute to swelling
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing in.
I can understand your concern ma'am. But you are in fact correct, prednisone can in fact lead to or promote swelling of hands, legs, feet, etc; as it can result in fluid retention and/or a reduction in urine output.
So yes ma'am, you are in fact right. But I am sure your doctor has weighed the pros and cons; as in controlled amounts (prednisone) the swelling can be controlled ma'am, do not worry.
I hope this information helps. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications.
Best wishes.
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