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By itself, no that is not usually a side effect. But, two things to consider.
Prenisone, which is a steroid, causes agitation and anxiety, which in turn can cause diarrhea especially in someone with IBS or another bowel/intestinal disorder.
In the elderly (and in those taking other liver weakening drugs, even tylenol), prednisone can be very very hard on the liver and kidneys. Problems in these organs can cause diarrhea.
If the symptom lasts more than a few hours it's worth reporting to the doctor who prescribed it... as diarrhea can lead to severe dehydration, heart rhythm problems and seizure.
Prednisone is one nasty drug. Don't ever let a doctor tell you this drug cannot be stopped. The VA told my husband in 2005, to take it for the rest of his life, or he would die. I lowered the dose, then stopped it completely (I'm a nurse). He is still living without any side effects from this drug. Try asking her doctor the reason why she is being given this drug. It will cause a "moon" face, with multiple side effects. Steroids are dangerous for the human body. Get answers before continuing. You must be an advocate for her.
Prednisone, for me, makes me crazy (literally). I think it can do just about anything, side effect-wise. Question the doc as to WHY she needs this--there are a lot of drugs that docs throw at problems that cause more problems! IMHO, prednisone is one. My hubby was on a huge dose following his liver transplant....the happiest day was 100 days post transplant when I gave him his final dose!! He was angry, combative, nasty, miserable, depressed....and I do believe it was the prednisone. He HAD to have it, so I understood, but it was so wicked bad for him. And yes, he had diarrhea too, but he was on about 15 drugs, so I cannot blame the prednisone----talk to doc and find something else for her.
This is the last time I take prednisone for my chest infection, I'm usually okay on Antibiotics, but the infection was quite severe, the side effects from the prednisone have been awful, I feel twice as ill, and I'm still recovering. Yes I would say, you can get well without them, maybe it will take longer, but worth it in the long run. Tonight I've been ill with the runs, my osteoporosis is caused through these tablets which I took Years ago for my Asthma, but at that time did not know much about them. Please avoid if you can. Good luck.😊
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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Prenisone, which is a steroid, causes agitation and anxiety, which in turn can cause diarrhea especially in someone with IBS or another bowel/intestinal disorder.
In the elderly (and in those taking other liver weakening drugs, even tylenol), prednisone can be very very hard on the liver and kidneys. Problems in these organs can cause diarrhea.
If the symptom lasts more than a few hours it's worth reporting to the doctor who prescribed it... as diarrhea can lead to severe dehydration, heart rhythm problems and seizure.
Angel
Yes I would say, you can get well without them, maybe it will take longer, but worth it in the long run.
Tonight I've been ill with the runs, my osteoporosis is caused through these tablets which I took Years ago for my Asthma, but at that time did not know much about them.
Please avoid if you can. Good luck.😊