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Corticosteriod

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Corticosteriod
A group of synthetic hormones that are used to prevent or reduce inflammation. Toxic effects may result from rapid withdrawal after prolonged use or from continued use of large doses.
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2) Corticosteriods increase susceptibility to infection by suppressing the immune response in eosinophils.
Corticosteriods, with or without an immunosuppressant drug such as azathioprine, may be prescribed to treat cases of autoimmune chronic hepatitis.
 
 
 
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