Steroidal Diabetes
British scientists have developed an online calculator that can help you predict your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. The calculator is based on research from more than 2.5 million people over the course of 15 years, and it takes into consideration factors including ethnicity, body mass index, smoking, socioeconomic level, family history of diabetes, and the use of steroid drugs. To find your risk, click on the link below.
Read moreMore information on "Steroidal Diabetes"
From Our Experts
Nutritional considerations during steroid treatment: Part 2
My last post reviewed some of the common adverse nutritional effects caused by steroid therapy, including stomach irritation, weight gain,... Read more »
Cortisone injections for knee osteoarthritis
"My doctor wants to give me a cortisone injection in my knee for my osteoarthritis. That's just a short-term fix, isn't it? Won't the... Read more »
steroid risks
While the incidence of osteoporosis for long-term steroid users had already been established, new research just published in the American... Read more »
Question of the Week: The Steroid Scenario
Last Friday, I completed my fifth dose in a five-day Solumedrol treatment for my most recent MS episode. I would guesstimate that I have... Read more »
To Taper or Not to Taper: Plummeting Steroid Levels
After a restful Thanksgiving weekend, I wanted to discuss something with you. Steroid Tapers. As you know, I have had a recent MS... Read more »
From Our Sources
Steroid Injection for Knee Arthritis Good For One Week
Source: eOrthopod
Research has shown that corticosteroids injected into the joint work for reducing knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. But how long does the effect... Read more »
Steroid concoction may ease sinusitis
A steroid nasal wash can help reduce symptoms of chronic sinusitis without affecting adrenal gland function, according to a small U.S. study. Read more »
Neurogenic Pain: Can it be treated with Epidural Steroid Injec...
Most people who experience “sciatica” are really experiencing the shooting, searing sensation of neurogenic pain (pain coming from a nerve) as... Read more »
Steroid Use May Boost Risk of Bowel Perforation
New research published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatism has found that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients who are treated with... Read more »
Pill as Effective as Steroid Injection for Tendon Woes
A review of current research has found that oral anti-inflammatory drugs are as effective as an injection of cortisone for bringing short-term pain... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
