Oral corticosteroids (OCSs) are widely used and effective in the treatment of chronic inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, asthma and autoimmune diseases. They work by reducing inflammation, ...

These glucocorticoids, such as prednisone, work quickly. But they may be a double-edged sword, says Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, a professor of medicine and the director of the vasculitis center at ...

Taking a higher dose (amount) of steroids usually causes more severe side effects. People who take steroids for a long time are also at risk for more serious health problems: Because steroids cause ...

Technically, yes, testosterone is a steroid hormone. But it's not the kind of steroid that gets high-performing athletes stripped of their titles. Rather, testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is a ...

When you have IgA nephropathy (IgAN), a rare kidney disease that can lead to kidney damage or failure, the goal of treatment is to keep your kidneys working well for as long as possible. This usually ...

No, creatine is not a steroid. While both have similar goals in boosting physical performance and promoting muscle growth, creatine, and anabolic steroids are fundamentally different. Anabolic ...

Topical steroid withdrawal is a controversial topic. What matters is treating patients with compassion and supporting them in their decision to stop treatment.

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IgAN, also called Berger’s disease, can cause your kidneys to leak blood (hematuria) and protein (proteinuria) into your pee. Inflammation is part of the immune system’s normal response to injury or ...