Dangers of low-dose corticosteroid therapy in rheumatoid arthritis.
Corticosteroids, even in low doses, have substantial side effects. In addition, once they are instituted for RA it is unlikely that they will ever be stopped. Therefore, the decision to employ this therapy requires careful thought by the physician and informed consent from the patient.
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D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects; D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D011241:Prednisone / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects; D013997:Time Factors
D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents; D011241:Prednisone