I was given Solu-Medrol for 3 days. It didn't work and 4 days later I was in the hospital getting another 4 day treatment. So I was given 7 treatments in a week and a half. I got out of the hospital May 3rd, but I still have a lot of water retention. Is this normal after having so much Solu-Medrol? How long does it usually take for the side effects to go away?
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Q: how long do the side effects last? how long does the water retention last?
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9/ 1/09 6:59pm
Dawn,
I was going through older questions and found that yours was never answered. I apologize for that. In fact, I was in the midst of a relapse and Solumedrol treatments during June (and again in July) this summer.
Hopefully, the water retention has subsided by now. I am just now starting to shed the swelling from last month's IVSM. I had 8 days total this summer, so I know how you must have felt.
For the next time, try supplementing with extra Potassium. I have found this to be very helpful in balancing fluids within the body. Steroids tend to deplete potassium levels. Also, try to avoid salt and processed foods when undergoing steroid treatments. It's hard to do, but very much worth the effort.
How are you feeling now?
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