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Cortisol deficiency, but with weight gain
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@phdresearchmama Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! Just wondering, though. You mentioned being on hydrocortisone and then tapering off some and then starting to take Adrenal Cortex while watching your weight. Was a doctor involved with your care and prescribing the medications? One rule on Mayo Clinic Connect is to not suggest that someone try a medication. Only physicians can prescribe medications.
So, again, Welcome to MCC! I’m sure you will find many topics of discussion that will interest you.
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@becsbuddy Hello, and I apologize. This was my first comment on Mayo Clinic Connect. I didn't realize that was a rule. Next time I will stop with describing my own experience instead of making any suggestions. I certainly was not trying to prescribe. I only wanted to make the point that hydrocortisone can be difficult to go off of, in my experience it was more difficult than anticipated by myself or my doctor.
Yes, I was working with three doctors through this process. One who prescribed hydrocortisone in the first place, another who supported me going off of it but was surprised by how painful and difficult it was for me. And a naturopath (who happens to also be a "real" doctor and prescriber) who recommended Adrenal Cortex.
Anyway, sorry again. I'll stay in my lane. I really appreciate being able to read other people's experiences here.