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Date Posted: 04:02:39 11/19/07 Mon
Author: No name
Subject: Re: Adrenal Insufficiency
In reply to: Sue 's message, "Adrenal Insufficiency" on 18:44:23 08/23/07 Thu

>Hello, I have been on a low dose of prednisone for
>many, many years for sinusitis and headaches. I have
>been trying to get off it, but I have been dealing
>with severe fatigue. I am now on Cortef 5mg in AM and
>2.5 at 3PM. For the past 6 months my adrenals have
>been barely working - AM cortisol test is 1.5
>
>I just got a second opinion as I was getting
>frustrated (it's been 6 months and my adrenals haven't
>kicked in). The doctor was really reassuring and said
>it could take up to a year and half. He noted that my
>pituitary gland needs to "wake up" first, then my
>adrenal glands will. He gave me a medication to bring
>with me (shot) in case of adrenal crisis as well.
>
>I am a teacher and as school begins next week I am a
>bit nervous. Nothing helps my fatigue. My spirit has
>gotten better as I realize that it is just going to
>take time. But I was wondering if anyone had any
>other suggestions.
>I have been on provigil for about 3 weeks now and it has been a very positive experience. My energy level is definately much better now. I actually make it through an entire day at work with energy to spare! I would highly recommend talking to your dr about provigil. I have dm and have been on pred for over a year now. Trying to taper but still around 20mg a day. Best of luck...
>I have tried numerous supplements - none of which have
>helped - everything from DHEA to adrenal extracts to
>ginseng for energy.
>
>But if anyone has been through this I would appreciate
>any advice!
>thanks
>Sue

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