{"id":20715,"date":"2023-07-22T16:01:02","date_gmt":"2023-07-22T21:01:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/blog\/?p=20715"},"modified":"2023-09-22T16:09:13","modified_gmt":"2023-09-22T21:09:13","slug":"common-health-conditions-that-are-treated-with-steroids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/blog\/guides\/common-health-conditions-that-are-treated-with-steroids\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Health Conditions That Are Treated With Steroids"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People often associate steroids with abnormal muscle growth and unfair competitive advantages in sports. This image comes from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/anabolicsteroids.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anabolic steroids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which are a synthetic version of the energy-producing male hormone testosterone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK554612\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corticosteroids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are a different category of steroids used for medical purposes. These creams, pills, injections or inhalants have anti-inflammatory and immune suppression properties. They\u2019re effective for treating the symptoms of a wide range of diseases, from asthma and eczema to lupus and arthritis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People dealing with these conditions need to understand the benefits steroids can provide and any potential side effects they may have to deal with during treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are steroids?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5682381\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steroids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are medications that affect the adrenal glands, which produce hormones for the body. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2439524\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anabolic steroids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> bind to androgen receptors, spurring testosterone production. Corticosteroids <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vivo.colostate.edu\/hbooks\/pathphys\/endocrine\/adrenal\/gluco.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bind to glucocorticoid receptors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which are responsible for different hormones, such as cortisol, which helps your body during times of stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The body naturally produces these hormones. However, medication delivers them in higher doses, producing different enhanced effects. Corticosteroids <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1751559\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block the immune system activity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that causes inflammation, reducing pain, swelling, breathing difficulties and other problems associated with inflammation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of corticosteroids<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unwanted inflammation is a hallmark of many different diseases and chronic conditions. Therefore, corticosteroids have many applications. Here are the different medications and products containing steroids.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/patient.info\/treatment-medication\/steroids\/oral-steroids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral steroids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> come in tablet form or as a liquid. They treat a range of conditions that are too serious or widespread for topical or inhaled steroids. For example, a course of oral steroids may help <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/oral-steroids-for-your-asthma-201153\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">control a serious asthma attack<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before the patient returns to their normal inhaler regimen.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/steroid-injection\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steroid injections<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> treat joint pain and internal inflammation. Injections may target specific areas, such as certain joints affected by arthritis. This treatment is more targeted than oral steroids. It\u2019s also possible to get the medication intravenously.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4033967\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhaled steroids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reduce inflammation in the lungs and airways caused by asthma or COPD. It may also help with breathing difficulties related to viruses or infections. Nasal steroids offer similar relief to inflammation of the upper airways.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Topical steroids treat acute or chronic rashes and inflammatory skin conditions. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jaad.org\/article\/S0190-9622(19)32957-3\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrocortisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (1% or less) creams are available over the counter for mild rashes and irritation. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/verywellhealth.com\/steroids-topical-steroid-strengths-1068832\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stronger creams, gels or ointments<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> require a prescription.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Corticosteroids treat inflammation, but they do not address the underlying cause of the problem. Therefore, they are often part of a large treatment plan. For instance, a doctor making an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/asthma\/treatment-action-plan\"><span>asthma treatment plan<\/span><\/a><span> might prescribe inhaled steroids alongside bronchodilator medication for attack prevention, and a short-acting beta2-agonist (SABA) for emergencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why might steroids be prescribed?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors often use corticosteroids in an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/urgent-care\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">urgent care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> setting or hospital to reduce acute inflammation. Meanwhile, rheumatologists and gastroenterologists often prescribe oral steroids or provide injections for arthritis and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/procedure\/irritable-bowel-syndrome-1294\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, respectively.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are other instances when corticosteroids might be prescribed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respiratory conditions<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors use steroids like prednisone for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/321924\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">two different respiratory treatment approaches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Firstly, higher doses can relieve acute asthma attacks or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/procedure\/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-copd-389\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> flare-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondly, inhaled steroids can also be effective as a maintenance medication. The idea is that, with regular use, a steroid can keep inflammation in the airways at bay and avoid breathing difficulties before they occur.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joint and muscle pain<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steroids are effective for treating joint and muscle pain due to inflammation. Because of their effectiveness, steroids are a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.versusarthritis.org\/about-arthritis\/treatments\/drugs\/steroids\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common arthritis treatment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Rheumatoid arthritis patients respond well to steroid injections into the affected joint, or oral steroids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, patients with psoriatic arthritis can use topical creams and gels on the joints in their hands and feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corticosteroids also offer pain relief for muscle or soft-tissue problems, such as tendonitis or swelling after a traumatic injury. The same topical, injectable or oral options for arthritis are available for this type of swelling reduction and general pain management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastrointestinal issues<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/digestive-diseases\/irritable-bowel-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a chronic gastrointestinal condition with no known cause. It can produce stomach cramps, bowel control issues, diarrhea and constipation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor gut health can lead to other issues such as inflammatory bowel disease because your gastrointestinal system is responsible for removing waste and absorbing nutrients from the foods you consume. Failure to perform these functions can affect your energy level, ability to fight off other diseases, and level of comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of the unpredictable bowel movements and cramping, many gastrointestinal conditions can also affect mental health and the ability to perform normal daily activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15893125\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral corticosteroids may be effective<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for treating IBS and related gastrointestinal conditions because they address the inflammation that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6159811\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perpetuates the symptoms of IBS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin conditions<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steroids like hydrocortisone are an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK532940\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">effective treatment option<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for both acute and chronic skin problems. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/dermatologists\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dermatologists<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> prescribe topical steroid creams, gels or ointments for rashes caused by plants like poison ivy, insect bites, stings or allergic rashes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic conditions like contact dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema may also respond to topical or oral steroids. Meanwhile, conditions causing problems like severe dandruff and scalp inflammation sometimes call for medicated foam containing corticosteroids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autoimmune diseases<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steroids surprise the immune system, so they are often a part of the treatment regimen for diseases like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11315342\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lupus<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mstrust.org.uk\/a-z\/steroids-methylprednisolone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">multiple sclerosis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which are caused by overactive immune systems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These conditions typically require oral or injectable corticosteroids. The goal is not to cure the disease, but to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.org.au\/australian-prescriber\/articles\/corticosteroids-in-autoimmune-diseases\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">induce remission<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or lessen the severity of the disease. Doctors may try high doses of steroids for a short period to deal with severe or late-stage illnesses where there is a danger of death or organ failure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These doses are not sustainable in the long term, so treatment of less severe cases requires finding the right dosage for long-term use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects of steroids<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the correct dosages, steroids are safe. With short-term use for acute symptoms, patients may not have any side effects. However, others will experience some of the following <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrx.com\/classes\/corticosteroids\/long-term-effects-corticosteroids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with long-term or high-dose use.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach irritation, nausea and loss of appetite;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nervousness and insomnia;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye problems, such as cataracts or glaucoma;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased infections (due to immune system suppression);<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mood swings or feelings of restlessness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-term use can also cause the development of osteoporosis, hypertension or other chronic conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consulting a doctor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help you decide if steroids are a good treatment option for your condition. Dosage and directions for use are important for limiting the side effects and ensuring you get potent anti-inflammatory benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Need a doctor? Find one on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/\">Zocdoc<\/a>.<\/h1>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>People often associate steroids with abnormal muscle growth and unfair competitive advantages in sports. This image comes from anabolic steroids, which are a synthetic version of the energy-producing male hormone testosterone. Corticosteroids are a different category of steroids used for medical purposes. These creams, pills, injections or inhalants have anti-inflammatory and immune suppression properties. 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