Amanda S. asked
I had an IUD removed in June and experienced slight bleeding a couple of weeks later. In July, I was prescribed prednisone for two months, which caused significant stress and emotional distress. Since stopping prednisone five months ago, I have not had a period. My doctors initially attributed this to the IUD, but I suspect it might be related to the prednisone. Now, I am on Methotrexate. Can you help me understand if my adrenal glands can recover after being off prednisone for five months, and if my lack of periods could be related to the prednisone or stress?
December 4th, 2023
Courtney W. answered
Prednisone can indeed affect the immune system and adrenal glands, potentially leading to hormonal i...
December 4th, 2023
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