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Extra corticosteroids interfere with fluid and mineral balance. While taking them, you will tend to retain fluid and salt—your ankles may swell and you may get short of breath, especially when lying down. This can be corrected with fluid tablets. You may also lose excessive amounts of potassium which can cause a general feeling of tiredness and muscle weakness. Ask your doctor to check the amount of potassium in your blood if you feel very l ...