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Is Continuing Prednisone Advisable For Dry Eyes?

I have extreme dry eyes for a month now. Been seen by opthalmologists. Prescribed diff kinds of eye drops. I was do with diagnosed with shortens in 2009. Was on prednisone for couple of months. Relived and was fine for years until now. Should I take prednisone again .? And if I do how much dosage should I take for how long. I will call for rheumatoid dr. appt. on Monday.
Fri, 3 Jan 2020
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Ophthalmologist 's  Response
Hello,

Do not take any medicine of your own. It is better to wait till Monday when you have your appointment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Harshita, Ophthalmologist
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Is Continuing Prednisone Advisable For Dry Eyes?

Hello, Do not take any medicine of your own. It is better to wait till Monday when you have your appointment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Harshita, Ophthalmologist