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Has anyone gotten moon face on 5mg prednisone and steroid injections?

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Just a thought, have to looked up the FAQs or searched on moon face? This comes up regularly & I think you will find lots of posts & info there. I’ve had it at slightly higher dose, yes.

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Some people never get the moonface - just chubbier cheeks which isn't the same. And cutting carbs drastically can help avoid the weight gain and, to some extent, the fat deposition that causes it.

It wil depend on how often you get the injections - and what dose they are. And on you - if it were only 5mg pred longterm the likelihood is reduced and the injections provide a natural taper so cause fewer adverse effects but repeated injections might make your blood level much higher.

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Thank you I will ask my Dr.

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