Asthma bronchiectasis & adrenal insufficiency

Posted by molly777 @molly777, Oct 23 5:29am

I had Covid ,& flu vaccines both on the same day recently,I have now got flu symptoms, runny nose, cough, slightly breathless & coughing up green phlegm,due to adrenal insufficiency I was put on hydrocortisone tablets, ( I was previously on prednisolone) I was advised that on sick days I had to double up on my hydrocortisone dose, I have been doing this for the past 7 days& also I have as I always had prescribed a 14 day course of doxycycline antibiotics, I have 7 days left of my course & I was wondering if I could changeover to 8 prednisolone tablets for 5 days as opposed to continuing with hydrochloric as I am not feeling any better on this steroid, I was always prescribed 40 ( 8 to be taken for 5 days )prednisolone + 14 doxycycline for my rescue pack in event of a flair up.. All replies greatly received..Thanking you, Molly 777..x

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Oct 23 8:38am

@molly777 We are not medical professionals here on Mayo Connect, but rather a support group of "fellow travelers" on our various health journeys, so this is not a question for the group.
Have you contacted your doctors about making the change?
Did you get a clear explanation as to why hydrocortisone was prescribed this time instead of prednisolone?

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Oct 23 9:23am

Hi @molly777, I add my welcome. To help you connect with other members with bronchiectasis, I also added your question to the MAC & Bronchiectasis Support Group.

I agree with @sueinmn that any questions about changing medication dosages are best answer by your lung specialist. You might also wish to contact your pharmacist with your questions.

molly777 | @molly777 | Oct 23 10:12am

In reply to @colleenyoung "Hi @molly777, I add my welcome. To help you connect with other members with bronchiectasis, I..." + (show)

Many thanks Colleen for your most welcome, helpful & kind reply...I have decided that I will not be able to join Mayo Clinic just now due to unforseen family circumstances, but however I will certainly be in touch at a later date..Thanks again Colleen for your care & support shown to me at this time, it is indeed much appreciated.. Molly777..( Maureen)x

molly777 | @molly777 | Oct 23 10:18am

In reply to @sueinmn "@molly777 We are not medical professionals here on Mayo Connect, but rather a support group of..." + (show)

Thank you Sue for your kind reply & yes, I will be seeing my GP tomorrow regarding my medication..I hope to join Mayo Connect at a later date as no doubt it is indeed a wonderful forum to be part of..Have a nice day Sue, & thanks again.. Molly 777..x

pacathy | @pacathy | Oct 23 10:19am

I hope you are able to get in touch with your doctors soon to get help and start feeling better. Even though we can’t help with this very specific medical question, I hope you’ll stay in the group. I’ve leaned a lot about nebulizers, airway clearance techniques and living with bronchiectasis from other members. Take care!

molly777 | @molly777 | Oct 23 10:26am

Thanks again, all advice & kind words has been greatly appreciated.. Molly 777,
x.

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