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Problems like diabetes and bone thinning if you take it for long periods, so doctors will usually prescribe it for as short a time as possible — generally three months or less. Your doctor may try other medications like pain relievers for more long-term treatment.4. Crohn's disease Crohn's disease is an autoimmune disorder that develops when there are too many inflammatory cytokines produced in your digestive tract, Puckett says. When organs like your small intestine and colon become inflamed, it can trigger symptoms like severe diarrhea, stomach pain, and weight loss.This inflammation raises your risk of bacterial infections and also can damage the cells in your digestive tract.Prednisone can help bring down inflammation and ease Crohn's disease symptoms by reducing the cytokine proteins produced in your digestive tract, says Puckett.5. Blood cell disordersAnemia is a condition caused by low red blood cell count, and in some cases, it occurs when your immune system destroys your own red blood cells. Prednisone can help treat anemia and fight off symptoms like fatigue and rapid heartbeat by lowering your immune system's response, Puckett says.In some cases, your immune system can also attack your platelets, the parts of blood cells your body uses to create clots and stop bleeding. Using prednisone to suppress your immune system can help bring your platelet count back to normal.Other uses for prednisoneYour doctor may also prescribe prednisone to treat:PsoriasisLymphomaMultiple sclerosisTuberculosisKidney disordersSwelling from a brain injury or tumorSevere allergiesLeukemiaUlcerative colitisOrgan transplant rejectionInsider's takeawayPrednisone is a versatile steroid medication that helps combat the symptoms of autoimmune diseases of the skin, joints, and other organs. Prednisone can help relieve pain and swelling as well as prevent long-term damage to the body like joint damage, kidney failure, and skin damage. However, it can also have harmful side effects like fatigue, headaches, diabetes, weight gain, and weakened bones.To avoid developing any serious side effects, your doctor should monitor your treatment carefully and you should always get prednisone from a licensed medical provider, Puckett says. Madeline Kennedy is a health writer for Insider covering a wide range of topics including reproductive and sexual health, mental health, nutrition, and infectious disease. Before joining Insider, Madeline worked as a health news writer for Reuters, and a domestic violence therapist. She has a master's degree in social work from UPenn and is interested in the intersection of health and social justice. Read more Read less
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