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Corticosteroids (Hormonal preparations)

Corticosteroids are drugs related to cortisol, a hormone produced in the adrenal cortex. Corticosteroids are used primarily as anti-inflammatories but could be also used for treating some malignancies or natural hormone deficiency. Corticosteroid Drugs Include: Betamethasone (Celestone), Budesonide (Entocort EC), Cortisone (Cortone), Dexamethasone (Decadron), Hydrocortisone (Cortef), Prednisolone (Prelone), Prednisone (Deltasone) and Triamcinolone (Kenacort, Kenalog).

acne and prednisone link

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I would like to discuss with you about acne and prednisone link. I have been treated with prednisone for almost 4 years now. I take them in spring because of my poison ivy allergy. I did not even know that I have this allergy until we moved from apartment to a house with a big backyard. We do not...

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psorisis- injection use of cortisone

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iam a 30yr old female. i intend to conceive this year, is it safe for me to have the injection. . i have chronic psorisis all over my body and scalp. not a single part of my body has been spared. i am desperate, husband has been good and understanding, but for how long, it seems to be increasing...

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cortizone injections after unicompartmental surgery in both knees

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I HAD UNICOMPARTMENTAL SURGERY IN BOTH KNEES 8 WEEKS AGO. THREE WEEKS LATER I COULD NOT TAKE THE PAIN IN MY KNEES ANY MORE. MY SURGEON GAVE ME A CORTIZONE INJECTION IN EACH KNEE. IT IS NOW 5 WEEKS AGO AND THE PAIN IS STILL THE SAME. CAN YOU HELP? DO YOU HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS THAT MIGHT HELP? THANK...

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How long do cortisone shots work at relieving the pain?

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I am dealing with osteoarthritis. For a long time I suffered from hip pain and knee pain also. Pain was persistent and progressive, I often thought it gets worse on a daily basis and then the doctor prescribed me cortisone shots. How long do cortisone shots work at relieving the pain? Should I know...

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Is Flunisolide or flonase safe during pregnancy?

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I am in the fourth month of pregnancy. I can say that I am handling well this pregnancy, and it progresses steadily. The only problem I have is with allergic rhinitis. I am allergic to dogs and cats hairs and I always get characteristic symptoms (sneezing, itching). I have heard of Flunisolide. Is...

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Is Beconase used to treat asthma or allergies?

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I have an atopic constitution, which means I subdue to allergies easily. I have allergic conjunctivitis, rhinitis, and dermatitis and believe me, these things only complicate life. Problem begins in spring, when pollen is all around, and beside regular therapy, I take Beconase spray. Is Beconase...

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Do steroid nasal sprays on the market include the Beconase?

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Hi, problems never end. Now I am sick and I cant go to the work. I have problem with dry and painful nose and throat. I have been recommended to take some steroid nasal spray. I am wondering which one is the best. My friend was using Beconase some time ago and he had recommended me to use that one....

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do cortisone shots shrink scar tissue?

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Hello, seven months ago I had a bicycle accident. I fell and cut my leg, just beneath the right knee. Wound was big, but even though I went to the doctor immediately to treat the wound, the scar remained. Scar is on visible spot and that really makes me uncomfortable. I would like to remove it, do...

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back pain and cortizone injections

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I had broken my leg when i was eight years old. I am now 54 years old and my hips are crooked, which makes my spine slightly curved. I also have degenerative arthritis along with two slightly bulged disks. I have back pain in my low back, between my shoulder blades and neck, but mostly the low...

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Prednisone and Heart Disease

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Hi, everyone! I read on Internet that if you had certain conditions you should not take prednisone or should be discuss with your doctor. One of these conditions is heart disease. Would prednisone affect me seriously? I have mitrovalve prolaps and I started taking it today according to advice of my...

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