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What Causes Stress While On Hydrocortisone?

i =I have men2 i have no drenls i am on hydrocortisone 10mg i take 2 in mor 1 in eveving stress have taken atold on me also i was taking less med and didnt realize it my whole face turns dark black like how much would be the right amount i also had my throid removed on synthroid
Wed, 21 Feb 2018
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Hello

Dear pigmentation may be due to steroid over load or insulin resistance

other possibilities like cutaneous lichen amyloidosis in MEN2 patients.

It may be due to riboflavin or niacin deficiency etc please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Take care

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What Causes Stress While On Hydrocortisone?

Hello Dear pigmentation may be due to steroid over load or insulin resistance other possibilities like cutaneous lichen amyloidosis in MEN2 patients. It may be due to riboflavin or niacin deficiency etc please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Take care