
Even though people suffer from lots of side effects of steroids there are some more possibilities for various side effects and changes to occur. Some of them are as follows. Irritation will occur in the stomach lining and usage of steroids may lower the protective stomach mucus production and may increase the stomach acid production. The irritations of stomach lining will even worse the stomach ulcer. In order to lower the side effects of steroids suitable tablets should be taken along with milk or meals. Inform the doctor in case of stomach pains, indigestion or abdominal discomfort. There will be temporary changes in the blood pertaining to sugar level. Usually these symptoms will happen in case of long-term or high dosage treatment. In case if you are undergoing steroid therapy then it is essential for you to undergo regular blood test and sugar level checkups. At times you will also be asked to do urine test for checking the sugar level. Doctor should be informed in case of frequent urination or thirsty feeling than usual. Fluid retention will occur in case of salt change and changes in water balance. Some people may feel swellings in fingers and ankles whereas other will feel like bloating in abdomen. But this side effect will occur only in case of long-term treatment. Some people will feel increased appetite making them to eat more than usual. People those who have concerns with regard to weight gain have to immediately consult the doctor or should contact the Cancer BACUPs information service. It will usually take long time to heal the injuries and the chances of getting infected are also very high. Hence it is important to maintain good health condition preventing from infections. Some women will feel that their menstrual periods are irregular due to the side effects of steroids. Other than all these possibilities there will also be various behavioral changes such as mood swings, anxiety, sleeping disorder, irritability. But the possibility of all these side effects and changes are due to long-term treatment and high dosage.



