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Is steroids is good for health and which one is good and how much can i consume . What are the side effects of steroids

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Hello dear Steroids are not good for health. As it has various side effects. NEWSLETTER Steroids to Treat Arthritis Medically Reviewed on 6/13/2017 Table of Contents What are steroids?How are ste ...  Read More

How long steroids must be used to cause immunosuppression and for how much dose? Does topical steroids cause immunosuppression?

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Its depends on the symptoms and type of disease ...  Read More

I am under weight and need to gain weight. I have followed many diet plans still no use. I didn't get fat even after eating so much. So I want to take steroids. I don't know whom should I contact for anabolic steroids. Can anyone help me with doctors who suggest steroids? What steroids should I take for gaining weight?

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Try to avoid steroid in this age group ,(if ur un married )after marriage ur problems will be solved without any medications ...  Read More

Are these medications steroids? Can these affect my immunity? Are these immunosuppressant medications?

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No steroids in these ...  Read More

Is steroid damage kidney steoid is so many side effect which side effect is very dangerous

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Please All side effects of steroids are bad ...  Read More

Does this acne prone moisturizer cream has any steroid content in it.............. Please confirm...

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No.. however treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, ...  Read More

I want to use steroids n I want to consult a doctor regarding this n want to know which one I should take n when n how

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Hello, Steroids are not helpful.Please avoid them. ...  Read More

Can sideeffect of steroid appear after 2-3 year of stopping it ? Can i experience side effect after 2-3 years and nothing at that time ?? Like is used topical steroid in 2017 and having side effect in 2020?

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Very rarely....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ...  Read More

My age is 19 years and I have taken steroids 3 months back and my old reports before steroids were 0.7 now after getting an urine infection my creatine level was 1.27 but after 2 months now it’s 1 is it a cause to worry ??? And can I take steroids again

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Steroids for improvement of muscle growth is not advisable. When you have more muscle mass, the serum creatinine also increases. ...  Read More

What supplement or meds will be good for prolonged usage for liver and lipid levels if taking Anabolic steroids for bodybuilding.

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Better to avoid anabolic steroids until medically warranted ...  Read More

“People who use steroids long term—do they need higher doses of calcium and vitamin D3, or is taking a normal dose enough?” and iam dmd petient

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Steroid have side effect on muscles So demand of basic muscle composition like protein, collagen, calcium, minerals and vitamin are high ...  Read More

My doctor prescribed me Flucort n ointment for my wound. Wound picture attached here. Is it safe to use this steroid on my wound?

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Flucort-N is a combination ointment containing Fluocinolone (a potent steroid) and Neomycin (an antibiotic). Clinically, steroids are used to reduce inflammation, itching, and redness, while the antib ...  Read More

I'm planning to start anabolic steroids for my body building with proper guidance from doctor can anyone suggest me good doctor who will help me out

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Ask your Jim coach ...  Read More

I m taking corticosteroid since 24 days for cochlear dysfunction..its 28 days course.. defcon 6 mg tablet 2-2-2 tablet 3 times a day for first 7 days then 1-1-1 tablet 3 times a day for next 7 days then 1-0-1 tablet 2 times a day for next 7 days then 0-0-1 tablet once in a day for next 7 days so its quit heavy dose so now i want to d

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Consult for discussion and treatment ...  Read More

I have high myopia -7.5 and -8 and had prk surgery on dec 13th 2025 but my doctor told me I need to use steroids minimum 6 months So far I have used the below lotepred 0.5% - 4*day for first week and 3*day for next 5 weeks then 2*day for the next 3 months Iotim 0.5% - using from past 3 weeks and need to use until steroids completed 2*day Can any

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Doesn’t look out of course. If you have doubts best to discuss with the surgeon who did PRK as they know your case fully and have examined you personally ...  Read More

I need guidance regarding my first anabolic steroid cycle for bodybuilding. I am looking for consultation regarding safe dosage, duration of cycle and pct after steroid cycle. Can anyone help me.

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My liquor level is approx 6 cm in 34 weeks of pregnancy and my gynaecologist has suggested to take steroids, should i take or not? Any side effects of steroids during pregnancy

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is your gtt test is normal then go ahead ...  Read More

I have gyno after my competition its been more than 8 months uts been there... how can it be fixed...

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Kindly consult online in video ...  Read More

I have pimples and skin damage (not clear) on my face.. so i went to dermatologist. She suggest me some cleansing lotion, and moisturizer and salicylic acid spray. She gave me some steroid desonide lotion 0.05% is it safe to use.. I'm very much affraid to use this on my face.. I don't have any eczema on my skin.. is it safe to use.. she says use th

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I used fluticon furoate nasal spray for allergic rhinitis as prescribed by my doc. i have pressure in my ears after taking it. is it normal

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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

I've been on steroids for the past three months, and I'm planning to stop now to restart my natural testosterone production. I'd like some guidance on doing a proper PCT with minimal side effects.

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

Iam dmd patient age 24 iam using wysolone 10mg for 4 and half years so i have severe osteoporosis so now I consult neurologist he told me take defcort 12mg but i have one doubt Can i change immediately to defcort today i take Wysolone so from Tommorow stop wysolone and can I take defcort immediately

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Can immediately stop and start defcort with proper advise of neurologist after evaluation ...  Read More

I m going for beard transplant, i have Open angle glaucoma with iop stays around 17-18 after drop travatan once daily night, I get to know during the surgery they use steroid for lessen the inflammation, But steroids cause iop spike , is this safe to go for the surgery,? What to do any other alternative of steroids during the surgery?

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You should discuss this with the transplant surgeon. Prolonged steroid usage can worsen your glaucoma ...  Read More

Earlier due to some steroid eye drops my IOP was increased and I was declared steroid responder and advised to use steroids with caution. Now I have been prescribed to take prednisolone 32 mg for 6 days to treat nerve pain after spine surgery. I am afraid of taking this medicine. Please help me as nerve irritation or inflammation pain is so distur

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Need few more details Kindly connect. ...  Read More

I'm using steroid based topical cream since last 1 year unknowingly but now I want stop using it but I'm afraid of rebound pigmentation

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you need to gradually taper it under supervision of dermatologist ...  Read More

Skin got damaged and thinned I want to thicken it back..also skin get pigmented and dark..want to treat under eye hollowness.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My father aged 66 years diagnosed left vocal cord palsy 15 days ago, horseness and aspiration problem.CT scan shows nothing, He already has diabetes,high BP,rem arthritis. What are the treatment options, some dr suggested steroids under hospitalisation.some are saying wait for some time,what should I do?

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The chances of one sided cord palsy without any cause is a common problem. He needs a thorough investigation and if all causes are excluded then the management is basically conservative. Sometimes the ...  Read More

I had acne flare up out of nowhere 2 weeks ago and so I used betamil gm for 4 nights straight but then I stopped because my skin got better and used a salicylic face wash with gel moisturizer twice a day which overwhelmed my skin probably and now im getting severe acne flare ups, pustules and whiteheads with inflammation and redness and itchiness.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have been using clobetasol salicylic acid since 9 yrs and now I want to stop that and I now I have stopped it for three days now I m having redness itching bumy skin and fungal acnes on my face I want a proper skin healing routine

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Please avoid self medication. Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

Can a Primary Open Angle Glaucoma patient use steroid injection near eye ( on scalp near ear) and also use topical beclomethasone daily for hair condition? Will there be any worsening of glaucoma if these r used. ?

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It may be harmful. Long term steroids can raise IOP leading to further deterioration ...  Read More

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