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Hydrocortisone dose reduction
Good evening This seems like a very knowledgeable group about hydrocortisone. I have been taking 30mg per day in divided doses (10, 10, 5, 5mg) for adrenal insufficiency that wasn't this time responding to 20mg without dizziness still. I've been on this for 10 months and it seems clear I don't need this
Good evening This seems like a very knowledgeable group about hydrocortisone. I have been taking 30mg per day in divided doses (10, 10, 5, 5mg) for adrenal insufficiency that wasn't this time responding to 20mg without dizziness still. I've been on this for 10 months and it seems clear I don't need this
Ldoc80
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Thyroid UK
6 days ago
iV hydrocortisone taper
I've just had surgery for lacerations to my lower half. As part of peri-operative care, my normal daily dose of 5mg methyl pred has been supplemented with four 500mg daily IV infusions of hydrocortisone. I've had this for 48 hours and the surgeon now says I'm ready for discharge. However, hes unwilling
I've just had surgery for lacerations to my lower half. As part of peri-operative care, my normal daily dose of 5mg methyl pred has been supplemented with four 500mg daily IV infusions of hydrocortisone. I've had this for 48 hours and the surgeon now says I'm ready for discharge. However, hes unwilling
whisperit
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LUPUS UK
18 days ago
Good outcome, and relief for the time being
My visit to Brightons Royal Sussex Hospital today has been exhausting but I have come away knowing the outcome of my short synacthen test and having delayed surgery on the pesky pituitary adenoma that was revealed (unexpectedly) by MRI in January. The good news is that my adrenal glands are capable
My visit to Brightons Royal Sussex Hospital today has been exhausting but I have come away knowing the outcome of my short synacthen test and having delayed surgery on the pesky pituitary adenoma that was revealed (unexpectedly) by MRI in January. The good news is that my adrenal glands are capable
Zebedee44
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PMRGCAuk
18 days ago
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I’ve been struggling for a few months with Rheumatoid arthritis which I diagnosed myself to my GP. He agreed that the redness and swelling of my hands in particular pointed to that. My subsequent referral to the rheumatologist culminated in him telling me it was my age! Back to the Gp - he apologised
I’ve been struggling for a few months with Rheumatoid arthritis which I diagnosed myself to my GP. He agreed that the redness and swelling of my hands in particular pointed to that. My subsequent referral to the rheumatologist culminated in him telling me it was my age! Back to the Gp - he apologised
AnniesRyder5
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PMRGCAuk
20 days ago
EnglishPatient52
I am female, aged 71 and a UK resident.Early in 2023 I experienced significant and prolonged upper back pain, followed a few weeks later by similar lower back pain. X-rays revealed fractures at L1 and L4. After waiting some time, a DEXA scan showed 'severe' osteoporosis. I am now on an annual programme
I am female, aged 71 and a UK resident.Early in 2023 I experienced significant and prolonged upper back pain, followed a few weeks later by similar lower back pain. X-rays revealed fractures at L1 and L4. After waiting some time, a DEXA scan showed 'severe' osteoporosis. I am now on an annual programme
EnglishPatient52
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Osteoporosis Support
1 month ago
Laparoscopy Went Well
Hello everyone, Some of you may be aware that I went into hospital yesterday for a hysteroscopy, a laparoscopy and the removal of a small uterine polyp. I thought it might be helpful to just explain how I chose to manage my steroids over this period of time. Obviously, our circumstances are all
Hello everyone, Some of you may be aware that I went into hospital yesterday for a hysteroscopy, a laparoscopy and the removal of a small uterine polyp. I thought it might be helpful to just explain how I chose to manage my steroids over this period of time. Obviously, our circumstances are all
Kendrew
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PMRGCAuk
1 month ago
low cortisol
hello, I’ve repeatedly had lowish 9am cortisol (around 250ish mark) but passed SST. However, private endo has said he wants to trial a low dose of hydrocortisone to see if it helps my symptoms of chronic fatigue, headaches, muscle aches etc. etc. I’m nervous to trial a steroid when I don’t have Addison
hello, I’ve repeatedly had lowish 9am cortisol (around 250ish mark) but passed SST. However, private endo has said he wants to trial a low dose of hydrocortisone to see if it helps my symptoms of chronic fatigue, headaches, muscle aches etc. etc. I’m nervous to trial a steroid when I don’t have Addison
RoseStar
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
Hydrocortisone Tablets
Hello everyone, hope all good & well with you all.. I have been on Hydrocortisone tablets for adrenal insufficiency for about 1 year now, I had been on prednisolone for many years quite a high dose & when I developed adrenal insufficiency I was put on a much lower dose of Hydrocortisone 10 mg morning
Hello everyone, hope all good & well with you all.. I have been on Hydrocortisone tablets for adrenal insufficiency for about 1 year now, I had been on prednisolone for many years quite a high dose & when I developed adrenal insufficiency I was put on a much lower dose of Hydrocortisone 10 mg morning
primrose123
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
2 months ago
Adrenal dysfunction
HelloI'm starting hydrocortisone treatment for adrenal dysfunction. Does anyone know if this will effect b12? Am I OK to continue with EOD injections? I'm wondering now if my symptoms are due to adrenal issues and not b12. Although my b12 before supplements was 215. Maybe both treatments will finally
HelloI'm starting hydrocortisone treatment for adrenal dysfunction. Does anyone know if this will effect b12? Am I OK to continue with EOD injections? I'm wondering now if my symptoms are due to adrenal issues and not b12. Although my b12 before supplements was 215. Maybe both treatments will finally
RedOne1
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
2 months ago
Docetaxel Problems
Hi, not been on for a while now but got a problem with Docetraxel, had my third treatment a week ago Monday, as the nurse put the cannula in and flushed with sayline, the tops of my thumb and first three fingers went really hot, no tingleing or anything else nor was there any problem when the drug was
Hi, not been on for a while now but got a problem with Docetraxel, had my third treatment a week ago Monday, as the nurse put the cannula in and flushed with sayline, the tops of my thumb and first three fingers went really hot, no tingleing or anything else nor was there any problem when the drug was
minustwothirds
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The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
2 months ago
adrenals not working
After getting down to 3 mg of prednisone (still doing Actemra injections) my endo switched me to hydrocortisone for a couple of months. I got down to two 5mg tablets in AM and one 5mg tab in PM, the PM dose kept my blood pressure from going too low. Last month my endo did ACTH testing and said my Adrenal
After getting down to 3 mg of prednisone (still doing Actemra injections) my endo switched me to hydrocortisone for a couple of months. I got down to two 5mg tablets in AM and one 5mg tab in PM, the PM dose kept my blood pressure from going too low. Last month my endo did ACTH testing and said my Adrenal
pmac22
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Update on low Synacthen test
I posted a few weeks ago about having what I thought was a low Synacthen test of 180. I now have a doctor's letter which tells me it was 130!! They are referring me to an endocrinologist, and he says they may use hydrocortisone conversion. I've never heard of that. Anyone else had it and did it work
I posted a few weeks ago about having what I thought was a low Synacthen test of 180. I now have a doctor's letter which tells me it was 130!! They are referring me to an endocrinologist, and he says they may use hydrocortisone conversion. I've never heard of that. Anyone else had it and did it work
CoziNess
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Hydrocortisone before blood test
I have a 9am blood test tomorrow to coincide with my doc’s follow up in a fortnight. I’ve had a terrible time with 2 grains of NDT and have returned to using hydrocortisone at 5mg am 2.5 lunchtime alongside 1/2 armour at bedtime. 1/2 armour is all I can manage without crashing. The HC brings immediate
I have a 9am blood test tomorrow to coincide with my doc’s follow up in a fortnight. I’ve had a terrible time with 2 grains of NDT and have returned to using hydrocortisone at 5mg am 2.5 lunchtime alongside 1/2 armour at bedtime. 1/2 armour is all I can manage without crashing. The HC brings immediate
Jamima
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
GCA flare?
I have (biopsy diagnosed) GCA and am currently on 15 mg of hydrocortisone, 2tabs in a one in pm. HCTH test last month shows the adrenal gland is not functioning. I am also on Actemra inj. yesterday afternoon my ectopic heart beats starting increasing as did pain and pressure in both temples and tenderness
I have (biopsy diagnosed) GCA and am currently on 15 mg of hydrocortisone, 2tabs in a one in pm. HCTH test last month shows the adrenal gland is not functioning. I am also on Actemra inj. yesterday afternoon my ectopic heart beats starting increasing as did pain and pressure in both temples and tenderness
pmac22
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Adrenal insufficiency & cardiac issues update
Busy times here. Last week met with the endo nurse to discuss slow steroid tapering and left with hydrocortisone injections, leaflets in case of an emergency. Very supportive. GP bumped me up the NHS cardiology list. Saw a consultant following a private echocardiogram/ heart monitor. She went through
Busy times here. Last week met with the endo nurse to discuss slow steroid tapering and left with hydrocortisone injections, leaflets in case of an emergency. Very supportive. GP bumped me up the NHS cardiology list. Saw a consultant following a private echocardiogram/ heart monitor. She went through
Bluey-1
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
Post Skin Biobsy Horribleness
I had a skin biopsy yesterday using local anaesthetic, standard skin puncture and a couple of stitches. I actually felt quite well after the procedure but feel like I've been run over by a truck today. I took 5mg of hydrocortisone about an hour ago and now feel slightly better. Is adrenal output taxed
I had a skin biopsy yesterday using local anaesthetic, standard skin puncture and a couple of stitches. I actually felt quite well after the procedure but feel like I've been run over by a truck today. I took 5mg of hydrocortisone about an hour ago and now feel slightly better. Is adrenal output taxed
Jamima
in
Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Eye problem
I have been hypothyroid since 1994. Treatment began 1995. Am on T3 since about 6/7 years ago. My problem is my eyes, the eyelids and area around the eyes and below is very swollen and itchy. I have seen GP who prescribed 1% hydrocortisone cream which inflamed the skin and got worse. Saw nurse at walk-in
I have been hypothyroid since 1994. Treatment began 1995. Am on T3 since about 6/7 years ago. My problem is my eyes, the eyelids and area around the eyes and below is very swollen and itchy. I have seen GP who prescribed 1% hydrocortisone cream which inflamed the skin and got worse. Saw nurse at walk-in
Jewiemax15
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Thyroid UK
3 months ago
Graves' Disease in Hypopituitarism Due to Pituitary Apoplexy
Lesson 1: TSH, and especially TSH only, is inadequate for testing and monitoring. [i]rendering TSH a misleading disease progression indicator[/i] Lesson 2: FT4 and FT3 can be adequate for testing and monitoring. [i]with monitoring based solely on free thyroid hormone levels.[/i] Obviously this is
Lesson 1: TSH, and especially TSH only, is inadequate for testing and monitoring. [i]rendering TSH a misleading disease progression indicator[/i] Lesson 2: FT4 and FT3 can be adequate for testing and monitoring. [i]with monitoring based solely on free thyroid hormone levels.[/i] Obviously this is
helvella
Thyroid UK
in
Thyroid UK
3 months ago
Medrol to Hydrocortisone for suspected steroid withdrawal?
I've been on Medrol since mid-December -Had successfully reduced from 48 mg to 4 mg and was doing well. Reduced from 4 mg to 3.5 mg and have had extreme fatigue, weakness, lightheaded, brain fog, nausea. No signs of PMR flare. Went back to 4 for a couple days, then 6 and still a mess. I felt like I was
I've been on Medrol since mid-December -Had successfully reduced from 48 mg to 4 mg and was doing well. Reduced from 4 mg to 3.5 mg and have had extreme fatigue, weakness, lightheaded, brain fog, nausea. No signs of PMR flare. Went back to 4 for a couple days, then 6 and still a mess. I felt like I was
StellaBulldog
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PMRGCAuk
3 months ago
Weaning off hydrocortisone
I’ve been taking hydrocortisone for about 3 months via a functional doctor. I’ve just realised I’m on the last strip and wondering if I should be weaning off, and if so how? I do need to make a review appointment but won’t get one before I run out. Any help much appreciated thanks!
I’ve been taking hydrocortisone for about 3 months via a functional doctor. I’ve just realised I’m on the last strip and wondering if I should be weaning off, and if so how? I do need to make a review appointment but won’t get one before I run out. Any help much appreciated thanks!
CornishChick
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Thyroid UK
3 months ago
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