steroid round face
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I took steroids for 3 weeks for a very severe case of poison ivy. I finished the medication 5 days ago, but the "round face" side effect still persists. How long can I expect to look like this? |
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There is no exact answer. Since you were on steroids for such a short period of time, I would expect that the "moon facies" or "chipmunk cheeks" to resolve rather rapidly over the next few weeks. For people on steriods for longer periods of time, I tell them about 3 to 6 months. Exercise helps. |
Last update: 03:37 PM Friday, March 30, 2007
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