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Would it be acceptable to get a corticosteroid shot while taking accutane?

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Do inhaled corticosteroids have a long- term effect on growth and bone density?

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I had disseminated shingles whilst on corticosteroids. One area affected badly was my Right Pudendal nerve. After 16 years i still have a burning .

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What distinguishes corticosteroids from steroids?

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What are the uses of corticosteroid or methotrexate?

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Is it okay to get a corticosteroid shot while pregnant?

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A 42-year old asked:

Ever used a corticosteroid like flonase and not seen results?

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A 20-year old female asked:

Hi doctors, how could corticosteroids cause diabetes mellitus ?

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A 25-year old female asked:

What can help loosen muscles contracted due to overuse/injury besides corticosteroids and massage?

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A 22-year old male asked:

What is chance of anaphylaxis from Fludrocortisone? Terrified of new drugs. I've taken beclometasone fine, which is a corticosteroid too,

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A 25-year old male asked:

I have atopic dermatitis for a long time. Isn't there a long term solution for this? I am mostly using oinments including corticosteroids.

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I accidentally applied half a bottle of the topical corticosteroids Fluocinonide Cream and scrubbed off in shower in realization will i be okay?

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A 25-year old female asked:

Can anyone help? to explain why a 25yr old 8yr endurance athlete lost endurance or glycogen storage adaptation after SSRI or corticosteroid overdose?

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A 27-year old male asked:

Good corticosteroid ointment for pimples on the face?

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A 41-year old asked:

Why do corticosteroid creams say on the label "not for ophthalmic use"?

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A 24-year old male asked:

I have a history of asthma and have a corticosteroid inhaler. If I'm sick, should I refrain from taking it since it's an immunosuppressant?

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A 26-year old male asked:

Hi, how can i manage my ulcerative colitis other than taking corticosteroids? i tried tapering off, but when i let go of pred, i suffer. thank you

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What are corticosteroids?

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Corticosteroids work in any bad way?

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How do corticosteroids get administered?

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Do corticosteroids cause vasoconstrction?

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Is it safe to be on a few corticosteroids at the same time?

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Is it safe to take a corticosteroid everyday?

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What sort of disease is a corticosteroid imbalance?

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What might happen if I suddenly discontinue corticosteroid administration?

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How are corticosteroids and steroids different?

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A 45-year old female asked:

What is a typical wean from corticosteroids? How long does it take?

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What adverse effects can corticosteroids cause after repeated use for stubborn migraines?

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Is it possible that giving corticosteroids to a depressed person might actually allow them to sleep better?

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Can a short 6mon tapered bout of corticosteroids worsen insulin sensitivity thereafter w/o causing full blown diabetes?

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