Vit D metabolism and prednisone

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According to the NIH Fact Sheet of Vit D, which is currently under review as to

Vit D levels, as note by some...

http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitamind/

" Corticosteroid medications such as prednisone, often prescribed to reduce

inflammation, can reduce calcium absorption and impair vitamin D metabolism.

These effects can further contribute to the loss of bone and the development of

osteoporosis associated with their long-term use. "

Some CLL patients are treated with high dose methylprednisolone (HDMP) + Rituxan

You may want to discuss this with your doctor...

~chris

http://cllcanada.ca