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Prednisone And Migraine

10/15/07 #9 - Tingling or numbness? Prednisone for Migraine pain?

By Ask the Clinician Health Expert

Full Question:
Have you ever heard that migraines can cause numbness to the left side of the body, starting in the feet and moving up the leg to the arm and face?

Is Prednisone good for the pain of migraines? Thank you Patsy.

Answer:

Dear Patsy;

Tingling or numbness can be symptoms of Migraine. You really need to discuss this with your doctor as numbness during a Migraine can make a difference in the type of treatment that is best for you.

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