Corticosteroid Knee Injections May Actually Worsen Progression of Osteoarthritis: Study
A new study warns that corticosteroid injections to treat osteoarthritis of the knee can result in disease progression while providing little pain relief.
Tag Archives: Corticosteroids
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Topical Corticosteroids May Weaken Bones, Researchers Warn
A new study links high doses of topical corticosteroids with an increased risk of bone fractures and osteoporosis.
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Vitamin B, Vitamin C and Corticosteroid Combo Fails To Help Organs Recover From Septic Shock: Study
A new study ended in disappointing results for a cocktail of vitamins and steroids doctors hoped could help patients recovering from sepsis.
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Corticosteroid Treatment For Preterm Babies May Cause Mental and Behavioral Disorders: Study
A new study warns that exposure to corticosteroids in utero can increase the risk of developmental disorders.
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Corticosteroid Injections More Dangerous To Patients Than Previously Thought: Study
A new study warns that the side effects and complications from using corticosteroids for temporary osteoarthritis pain relief may do more harm than good.
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Medrol Side Effects May Be Linked To Increased Infection Risk: Study
A clinical trial into the potential use of Medrol to combat kidney disease was halted due to a large number of adverse side effects and two deaths among test subjects…
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Heartburn Drug Side Effects May Be Contributing To Rise of Recurring C. Diff Infections: Study
Heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec may be contributing to a dramatic increase in the rate of recurring C. diff infections, according to the findings of a new study.
