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health15 days ago•8 min saved

Prednisone’s widespread use masks severe systemic risks

Prednisone, a top-40 U.S. prescription used by roughly 10 million people annually, offers rapid relief for inflammation but carries significant risks. While effective for short-term flare-ups of conditions like asthma or arthritis, its mechanism mimics cortisol, triggering metabolic, neurological, and cardiovascular changes. Experts warn that long-term use can lead to bone density loss, mood disorders, and adrenal crisis upon discontinuation. Medical guidelines increasingly favor steroid-sparing strategies, recommending brief, low-dose courses to mitigate these dangers.

via washingtonpost.com|

#corticosteroids #health #inflammation

health1 year ago•5 min saved

6 Medications That May Cause Weight Gain, Experts Warn

Certain medications, including antidepressants, antipsychotics, corticosteroids, diabetes drugs, beta-blockers, and some OTC allergy meds, can cause weight gain by affecting appetite, metabolism, or fat storage. If concerned, consult a healthcare provider for alternatives or strategies to manage weight.

via bestlifeonline.com|

#antidepressants #antipsychotics #corticosteroids

health3 years ago•4 min saved

The Impact of Diet on Cancer Growth: Insights and Strategies.

A keto diet in mice slowed the growth of cancer cells but also promoted the wasting that is often associated with late-stage cancer, according to a new study. Cachexia can lead to a termination of treatment as a patient becomes too weak to withstand cancer drugs any longer. The study suggests that augmenting a keto diet with corticosteroids may delay the development of cachexia. However, caution is warranted as steroids are powerful drugs and have many effects. A true keto diet, such as the type used in the study, should only be considered under the supervision of a physician.

via Medical News Today|

#cachexia #cancer #corticosteroids

health3 years ago•4 min saved

Intraocular Steroids Effective for Treating Chronic Inflammatory Eye Conditions.

A clinical trial funded by the National Eye Institute (NEI) has found that repeat treatment with corticosteroid injections is the most effective therapy for persistent or recurrent uveitis-related macular edema, a major cause of vision loss in people with uveitis. The corticosteroid treatment achieved greater reductions in retinal swelling and was the only therapy in the study that improved vision. The study compared three treatments for uveitis-related macular edema: an additional intraocular corticosteroid injection, an injection of the anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) drug ranibizumab, or an injection of the anti-inflammatory drug methotrexate.

via National Institutes of Health (.gov)|

#clinical-trial #corticosteroids #health