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What Causes Severe Depression After Receiving A Methylprednisone Shot?
Received methylprednisone injection one month ago for severe back pain. since then, i have been more depressed. BUT, the worst is a flea-like rash, mostly below the waist, along with bruising in the area of the bumps. It s terribly itchy. I m miserable. Any suggestions?
Mon, 25 Jun 2018
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Steroids are known to cause depression. For the rash you should consult a dermatologist and for your depressive symptoms a psychiatrist. If I am your doctor, I would start you on Cap. Prozac and Clonazepam. If your sleep is disturbed,these are prescription only drugs,kindly consult a psychiatrist.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Steroids are known to cause depression. For the rash you should consult a dermatologist and for your depressive symptoms a psychiatrist. If I am your doctor, I would start you on Cap. Prozac and Clonazepam. If your sleep is disturbed,these are prescription only drugs,kindly consult a psychiatrist.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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