Generic Names: Methylprednisone and prednisone. Drug Class: Corticosteroids Cushinoid appearance (moonface and buffalo hump). Mood disturbances.
The buffalo hump should go away if I stop taking Prednisone, which is possible but unlikely, as that's what keeps my Lupus under some control. There is a possibility that the buffalo hump will never go away even if I stop taking steroids.
Yes, prednisone can cause a moon face and a buffalo hump on the back of the neck. Are you taking or planning on taking prednisone? This is
The official medical term for the buffalo hump is a dorsocervical fat pad. Fortunately, buffalo hump removal is possible with plastic surgery. Various liposuction techniques are recommended for removing the fat that accumulates around the upper part of the back and neck. What Causes A Buffalo Hump?
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Yes, prednisone can cause a moon face and a buffalo hump on the back of the neck. Are you taking or planning on taking prednisone? This is
Prednisone and buffalo hump Thread starter Grey Hawk; Start date ; G. but it felt more like a Camel hump, or two back there. L. LadyVik.
The buffalo hump is characterized by the appearance of a protrusion or curved area in the neck area. This type of hump is caused by the accumulation of fat, due to excessive secretion or the use of glucocorticoids (prednisone).
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A bit more depth like chapter one would be welcome.