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What are the main effects of corticosteroids?
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They reduce inflammation and suppress immune activity.
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02
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Name three conditions for which corticosteroids may be prescribed.
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They may be prescribed for asthma flares, severe allergic reactions, and some autoimmune diseases.
03
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When may hydrocortisone be used as hormone replacement?
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Hydrocortisone can replace cortisol when the body does not make enough.
04
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What are common corticosteroid routes?
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They can be taken by mouth, inhaled, applied to the skin, injected into a joint or muscle, or given intravenously.
05
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Do local corticosteroid routes eliminate systemic absorption?
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Local routes can reduce inflammation at a particular site, but some medication may still be absorbed and cause side effects.
06
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How is an inhaled corticosteroid preventer generally used?
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An inhaled corticosteroid preventer is generally used regularly as prescribed, not as a stand-alone rescue treatment for sudden symptoms.
07
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Why rinse the mouth after using an inhaled corticosteroid?
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Rinsing the mouth after use helps reduce the risk of oral thrush.
08
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Must every corticosteroid treatment be tapered?
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No. Whether a taper is needed depends on the drug, dose, duration, route, and individual circumstances.
09
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Why might prolonged systemic corticosteroid treatment need a taper?
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Prolonged or high-dose systemic treatment can suppress the body's own cortisol production, so a prescriber-directed gradual reduction may be needed.
10
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What should someone do before stopping prolonged systemic corticosteroids?
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Do not stop prolonged systemic treatment abruptly on your own. Contact the prescriber for an individualized plan because abrupt stopping can cause adrenal insufficiency or a flare of the original condition.
11
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How can systemic corticosteroids affect blood glucose?
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They can raise blood glucose, particularly with higher doses or longer treatment.
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How can systemic corticosteroids affect infection risk and symptoms?
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They can increase susceptibility to infection and make infection symptoms less obvious.
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