Is prednisone causing eye inflammation, itchy stools and bloatedness?
Patient: I have been on prednislone for nine months and have stopped - due to inflammation in my right eye - I have now stopped and have paid in my knees and my faceis coming up with spots and itchy. My tummy seems to be very bloated too. Any advice is verymuch appreciated. Many thanks Doctor: Hello,You have been using prednisolone for a long time and it is advisable to reduce it's dosage gradually in order to prevent the side effects of stopping it. Use probiotics to re-establish the intestinal flora.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician