Things You Should Know About Prednisone

Kaposi Sarcoma

Some patients who took prednisone or similar medications have developed a rare cancer called Kaposi's sarcoma, which causes abnormal tissue to grow under the skin, in the lining of the mouth, nose and throat or in other organs. Talk to your doctor about the cancer-related risks of prednisone.

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February 18, 2014

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July 1, 2014