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jazzguitarist
10/19/09

Are A/D's appropriate in treating steroid-induced morbid depression in a bipolar Crohn's patient?

Patient is a 67-year-old bipolar male currently suffering acute flare-ups of Crohn's.  Gastroenterologist is treating with Prednisone; however, patient is now experiencing morbid depression - possibly as side effect of the steroids together with ongoing sx's of underlying MDD secondary to…

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