13th July 2026

Ms Foster, a 45-year-old patient with autoimmune hepatitis, is prescribed a course of prednisolone to manage her condition.

Ms Foster, a 45-year-old patient with autoimmune hepatitis, is prescribed a course of prednisolone to manage her condition. On observation, she has large volume ascites. Considering the potential side effects of steroids, particularly in the context of decompensated liver disease, which adverse effect is the most important to monitor in this patient?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.