Are there any side effects of corticosteroids?

Hormones are necessary substances contained in the human body. For example, androgens are the basic substances for maintaining male masculine characteristics. Corticosteroids are a substance that regulates hormone secretion in the body. They have a relatively large impact on various hormone indicators in the body, but once they are consumed in excess, they will have an impact on the body. Let’s take a look at whether corticosteroids have side effects? I hope everyone can understand.

There are three main types of steroids: mineralocorticoids secreted by the zona glomerulosa, glucocorticoids secreted by the zona fasciculata, and sex hormones secreted by the zona reticularis.

side effect:

Corticosteroids are still the most commonly used topical agent for the treatment of psoriasis due to their ease of use. However, as increasingly powerful corticosteroids are produced, their effectiveness and convenience have also led to corticosteroid abuse.

In terms of side effects, the commonly known ones such as moon face, osteoporosis, gastric ulcer, buffalo shoulder, hypertension, and cataracts are usually only applied to a small area and will not occur. As for local skin atrophy, stretch marks, hirsutism, vascular dilation, bruising, acne formation and fungal infection, they are very common due to improper use. There are different ways to reduce side effects without reducing efficacy.

In terms of safe use, if the daily dosage is less than five grams, there will be no systemic side effects. For local use, it is advisable to use non-steroidal drugs in combination. Pay attention to long-term continuous application to the same area. Once corticosteroids are used, they should not be stopped suddenly to avoid rebound. If you follow your doctor's instructions, corticosteroids can actually be used safely and effectively.

The above is an explanation of the side effects of corticosteroids. I hope everyone can understand that a small amount of this substance can promote physical health, but it must not be consumed in excess, otherwise it will cause great harm to the body. Preventing the abuse of corticosteroids is also an issue that needs to be taken seriously in life. I hope everyone will pay attention to it.