Moon Face: Moon face, or moon facies,[1] is a medical sign which people are often born with, resulting in a large chin and large forehead. This results in a 'moon' shape, when looked at from the side. It is often associated with Cushing's syndrome or steroid treatment (especiallycorticosteroids), which has led to it being known as Cushingoid facies ("Cushings-like face") or steroid facies respectively.
This site is dedicated to chronicling the next month of my journey with Prednisone. Including the ugliness of it. To create awareness about this drug, and the effects it has for many who are suffering from immune diseases. My Moon Face will chronicle the difficulty with bones, joints and withdrawal from the drug, as well as the infamous weight gain, increase appetite and swelling of the face which is referred to as "Moon Face."