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Asthma |
Using prednisone for chronic asthma10/17/2008 |
What causes the hump in the back of the neck from prednisone use for chronic asthma, sarcoidosis and COPD?
Prednisone causes many changes in the body and can affect fat distribution, insulin utilization, absorption of calcium, etc.
The hump on the back sometimes called "buffalo hump" is caused by excess fat accumulation in that particular area. Other common areas for excess fat accumulation when taking prednisone is the cheeks. This gives the face a rounded appearance and is referred to as "moon face". When taking prednisone weight gain tends to be the central portion of the body like the face, neck, truck, or abdomen. Usually the arms and legs are thinner in comparison. The weight gain can usually be influenced or limited by diet and exercise.
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Cathy Benninger, RN, MS, APRN, C-AE Clinical Assistant Professor Director, OSU Asthma Center Educational Program College of Medicine The Ohio State University |
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