title: Systemic glucocorticosteroid therapy in dermatology.
abstract: Glucocorticosteroids (GCS) have been frequently used for a number of dermatologic conditions since the early 1950s. These drugs continue to be very efficacious, yet there are serious side effects associated with their long-term use. Significant complications produced by GCS can be minimized by proper management and precautions. All health care professionals should be aware of these strategies and nursing personnel can play a vital role in helping patients adhere to the guidelines of preventing adverse events.
authors.affiliation: Louisiana State University Medical Center, New Orleans, LA, USA.
authors.forename: D C
authors.initials: DC
authors.lastname: Hilton
authors.forename: L C
authors.initials: LC
authors.lastname: Williams
authors.forename: L T
authors.initials: LT
authors.lastname: Nesbitt
mesh_terms: D005938:Glucocorticoids / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D010349:Patient Compliance; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy*
chemical_list: D005938:Glucocorticoids