You do need to speak to the MD or prescribing DR. because the steroids cause drastic mood swings and also, can produce rage and aggressive behaviors... it is a side effect, and can be fixed.
They can lower his dosage and he needs to do that under supervision so that his adrenal system stays intact ... and his Dr. needs to get him on the patch or something to quit the smoking.
As far as it being an effect of Crohn's, I don't think entirely so.
Sounds more like steroids, and his depression over a terrible diagnosis...where are the options he has to improve this illness?
Where is the support from the community of medical professionals to inform and educate your husband and his family?
Questions you can ask and get answered, for sure.
So, if they reduce his anti-inflammatory meds, he will calm dowm and perhaps he needs something to take to help him calm down while he's adjusting.
There are lots of things you can do, as caregiver and observer, so I hope you make them listen.
The Dr. can also speak to him about handling the effects os steroid drugs. He may need phys therapy or a sport or something to physically use up the performance action of the medicine.
No alcohol, as that would worsen the moods and the effects on him.
Hopefully, he will get some options, and whether he can be helped thru a new nutritional diet (see nutritionist who deals with this disease) or other complimentary therapies, he doesn't have to be left like this... that's for sure.
Good luck. Go in with notebook and pen and take notes too, as Drs. seem to flourish out of complacency when they see you are on top of solution seeking.
Best to you.
Been there.
Peace and comfort,
night
xoxoxox
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Originally Posted by CedarS
You deserve a safe home though. You said he is yelling at you and grabbing you, that is not okay. Your experience counts, you are worth while, the fact that you are depressed and having flashbacks means you can use help and support. I really encourage you to get therapy, to help you be safe first.
Therapy can also help you figure out how to deal with him. I understand that he is going through a hard time but his behavior isn't working for you, and I personally think this is important to focus on.
He needs help, he needs to be in therapy himself.
You are in a caregiver situation. Caregivers never ever deserve being abused. He needs to not lash out at you. If he can't control this then he needs help til he can control it.
I feel very strongly about this. His meds may be causing mood swings, he is ill also, he may not mean to be abusive, but he is scaring you and you are anxious. You deserve to be well treated.
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