The manmade version of hormones (chemicals that are naturally made by the body) are called steroids or corticosteroids. These steroids work like hormones in reducing inflammation. Steroids are usually prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, uveitis, psoriatic arthritis, and other autoimmune conditions.
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Query: Hello doctor,I am a 28-year-old male and I have been suffering from psoriasis for more than 10 years. Finally, Kenacort 40 milligram injection IA (intra-articular) is effective for me. I just want to know how safe it is to take this medicine for the long term. I need to take the injection once a mon... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Please do the following: Please send a clear photograph to assess the severity. Steroid injections are not the proper treatment for it so please let me know who started the treatment. Do you have involvement of the who... Read Full »