"Yvonne I totally understand what you are thinking. I was thinking the same thing because of the side effects. I just got transplant in Feb. After reading the comments I think its probably best to remain....who wants to go into rejection?? Not me and…"
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PREDNISONE (STEROIDS) SIDE EFFECTS
Started this discussion. Last reply by Uncus Dec 28, 2012. 17 Replies 0 Likes
I was wondering has anyone had bouts of anxiety or depression, mood swings, etc as a result of the steroids? If so what did you do to change it or how are you coping with it?
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Judith replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"I am 22-1/2 years out with my kidney. I have been on Pred for the entire time. Maintenance dose was 5 mg. I am now in the prosess of losing my kidney and being re-evaluated for another one. Because I have so many…"
Veronica replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"Well, we'll see..it doesn't hurt to ask them!!
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livecam replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"You've got to convince them this is the right thing to do. You also have to accept that there is a higher chance of rejection if you do it. I weaned successfully many years ago but I'm probably pretty lucky as well.…"
Veronica replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"I don't know if you are still talking about this...have your docs taken you off of Pred yet? I am five years out and wanted to be lowered after about 2 to 2 1/2 out..so they lowered me from 5 to 2.5 per day. I have been fine on…"
Robbin replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"Hello all as a nurse, Prednisone 5mg per day is not a bad dose. Your adrenal glands get use to it. My daughter has been on 5mg every other day for several years ( 14.yrs out) They will not stop it because the low 3 medicine transplant…"
Cisco left a comment for Yvonne"Happy birthday Yvonne! Have a great day! ou should join us for chat on Saturday, Sunday and Monday starting at 3 pm eastern/ 2 pm central time. Hope to see you there!"
JP replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"I am almost 2 years post Kidnet transplant and on a maintenance dose of 5mg Pred per day. I am lucky in that I have not developed MOON FACE but of course I am experiencing other side effects from this and other drugs.
When I asked my Neph about…"
Uncus replied to Yvonne's discussion 'PREDNISONE (STEROIDS) SIDE EFFECTS'"I am 18 days post liver transplant and had a major anxiety attack last night!! I am still in the hospital because of second surgery to repair internal bleed. I felt like I couldn't breathe, I could not get comfortable in any position I would…"
Sydni replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"Hi Yvonne,
I am post SPK 9 years (Kidney is PERFECT. Pancreas failed 1 year ago). Now I am post PAK 4 weeks (2nd pancreas transplant alone). With the first transplant, I was never on any steroids (the UCSF surgeons suspect this is why I…"
Mariana Naldi left a comment for Yvonne"Hi Yvonne!
I just came across your page and wanted to find out more! I'm a psychology grad student studying the impact kidney transplants have on the lives of the recipients and their families. Would you be interested to share more about your…"
greengirl replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"Hi Yvonne,
i have had my second kidney transplant for 7 years now (first one was for 2 1/2 years) and i feel the same way you do about prednisone-hate it with a passion!
My first transplant was in 1998 from my mum and i was only 17.…"
HealthEdPro replied to Yvonne's discussion 'STOPPING PREDNISONE (STEROIDS)' in the group Kidney Transplants"Yvonne,
I wouldn't advise stopping your prednisone altogether without first consulting your team. While there are studies that have recently shown that you can have a successful transplant without steroids, the fact you are on even…"
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- At 3:50pm on May 15, 2013, Christal said…
- Yvonne I totally understand what you are thinking. I was thinking the same thing because of the side effects. I just got transplant in Feb. After reading the comments I think its probably best to remain....who wants to go into rejection?? Not me and not you either. Hold on to your kidney at all costs:)
- At 9:57am on January 29, 2013, Cisco said…
Happy birthday Yvonne! Have a great day! ou should join us for chat on Saturday, Sunday and Monday starting at 3 pm eastern/ 2 pm central time. Hope to see you there!
- At 9:41am on January 29, 2013, Mr. T said…
Happy Birthday Yvonne, enjoy your day.
- At 8:09am on January 29, 2013,
David said… Happy Birthday Yvonne !
- At 11:35pm on March 22, 2012, Mariana Naldi said…
Hi Yvonne!
I just came across your page and wanted to find out more! I'm a psychology grad student studying the impact kidney transplants have on the lives of the recipients and their families. Would you be interested to share more about your experience with me? Please feel free to leave me a comment if so! I'm a future psychologist and my study is going to contribute to the mental healthcare that recipients and their families receive before, during, and after the transplant process.
Thanks! :)
Mariana
- At 8:59am on January 29, 2012, David said…
Happy Birthday Yvonne !!
- At 1:04pm on January 28, 2012, Cisco said…
Happy birthday Yvonne! (I believe it's tomorrow) Have a great day!
- At 9:59pm on January 29, 2011,
DAP1122 (Don) said… - Happy Birthday, Yvonne!!!
- At 8:16pm on January 29, 2011,
Hostess Risé said… - Happy Birthday Yvonne!
- At 1:08am on January 30, 2010,
Brandi Singer said… - Yvonne, I think I found your group. Thanks!
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