Also: I went to Kaiser this morning for a weight check, in which the dr discovered I have lost 8 pounds in 7 days even AFTER Thursday’s trip to the ER.
So, to make my life more miserable (although they swear it’s to help) they have prescribed prednisone. That’s a steroid and it makes me legitimately nervous to take while pregnant. The interwebs says in can cause birth defects and all that lovely wonderful stuff.
I was aware that Prednisone was a pretty strong drug only given out for breathing disorders or cancer. So, I immediately asked “uhhhh isn’t that DANGEROUS!?” to which they replied “In this case the benefits outweigh the risks.” Translation: Your kids may be a whole lot more than retarded if you don’t take this drug. So- I’m kinda having a panic attack- but I gotta do it. Honestly, If I can’t gain weight and get better I’m not gonna be helping these little munchkins at all.
So, tomorrow: Prednisone. Yayyyy. 
August 17th, 2009 - 9:03 PM
I didn’t realize that is what they had prescribed. I was prescribed that when I went to the ER for bronchitis. I guess it caters to a wide range of medical needs.
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Emmie B Reply:
August 18th, 2009 at 5:27 AM
Let’s talk about it. Did you have any scary side effects?
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August 18th, 2009 - 6:49 AM
things will be ok!
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August 18th, 2009 - 6:50 AM
oh my sweet baby jebus… Why is my avatar looking so terrifying.
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August 18th, 2009 - 6:50 AM
why do i even HAVE an avatar?!
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August 18th, 2009 - 7:59 AM
LOL… what IS that?!
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August 18th, 2009 - 8:53 AM
Like I said, it only made me feel human again. I was finally able to breathe!!!
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August 18th, 2009 - 2:27 PM
Mario: Avatar is HILARIOUS. So dark…. so edgy… so lame!
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August 18th, 2009 - 5:02 PM
It is a very powerful drug and used for many things, take it as they tell you. I know its very important to not just stop you have to gradually stop taking it. Call Joni if you have questions
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