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Hemosiderosis secondary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Preventive measures for the secondary prevention of IPH include: maintenance doses of prednisone or prednisolone of 10 to 15 mg/kg/day
Secondary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
Preventive measures for the secondary prevention of IPH include:
- Maintenance doses of prednisone or prednisolone of 10 to 15 mg/kg/day
In general, if the patient does not have any recurrence in 18 to 24 months, further tapering and discontinuation of steroids can be attempted.[1]
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