Steroid-induced diabetes, similar to diabetes mellitus, is characterized by an abnormal and prolonged increase in blood glucose levels due to glucocorticoid therapy. The symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, dry mouth, and increased lethargy. Treatment involves administering insulin injections and IV fluids for dehydration and lifestyle changes.
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Can liver problem be caused by reducing the dose of Dexamethasone?
Query: Hi doctor, Almost 5 years back, my father had an operation for a brain tumor in the left tempero-parietal region. He had Dexamethasone injections 12 mg and radiation on a linear accelerator 51 and 45. After two years, he had a CT and everything was fine. He even walked. But, when we started lowering... Read Full »
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