Can long-term use of prednisone age you and would it reverse if discontinued?

November 14, 2022
Asked By:lobos75 in Bells, North Carolina

Hi, So I was diagnosed with Lupus STE several years ago. My Rheumatologist has had me on Prednisone 5mg a for the last few year, but I feel this medication has aged me, very quickly as my Lupus is well under control. Is this common with Prednisone, and would if reverse if discontinued?

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Answer: Long term prednisone administration

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