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while on steroids my eyes were always glassy. It would seem some days worse than others. I did not have an eye exam. However, my vision improved greatly when off the steroids. I just had my eyes checked and similar to my 5 year ago checkup. While on steroids my cholesterol went from 220 to 300. My blood pressure went from 115/65 to 150/75. My A1C went from 5.6 to 6.0. I did not have a bone density test but that can be a problem. I developed a gastritis that has not gone away. I am now taking cholesterol and BP medications. I have not tried to treat my A1C or gastritis. I was only on steroids for 6 months.
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I’ve seen a difference with my eyes, also. I do get yearly diabetic eye exams that have tested ok, but my vision has been affected and had to get new glasses.
Of course it has affected my diabetes, but not too bad. On my current base dose of 7.5 mg prednisone, my HbgA1C is 7.8, normal is up to 7.4, and my doctor said it’s just “adequate” but I need to work more on diet and activity. Unfortunately right now I need prednisone for my asthma—it’s a dual purpose drug for me..
You should really speak to your PCP about your gastritis—make sure you don’t have an ulcer or that your medications are not affecting it! Prednisone can certainly cause gastritis, and life stressors too.
Take care and be well, Tuckerp
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Same here … 6 months - and so many physiological changes. I wonder what happens to those on steroids for years.