Understanding Steroid Side Effects: Facial Swelling, Skin Darkening, and Limb Weakness
Steroid side effects: facial swelling, skin dullness, limb weakness? Hello Doctor: I am a patient with pemphigus. After treatment from my physician, my condition has stabilized somewhat. However, since taking the prescribed corticosteroids, I have recently experienced sudden weak...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Steroids are the first-line medication for treating pemphigus, and they can have some side effects. It is recommended that you discuss this in person with your treating physician.[Read More] Understanding Steroid Side Effects: Facial Swelling, Skin Darkening, and Limb Weakness
Understanding Steroid Side Effects: Prednisolone Use and Withdrawal Risks
Steroid side effects Hello doctor, may I ask if taking oral prednisolone 5 mg, two tablets a day for a total of five days, will cause steroid withdrawal symptoms or other side effects?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Not at all.[Read More] Understanding Steroid Side Effects: Prednisolone Use and Withdrawal Risks
Understanding the Risks: Steroid Side Effects in Dermatology Treatments
Steroid Side Effects Consultation Hello Dr. Wu, about three years ago, I developed a dark scar on the skin of the joints of both my thumbs. It is not painful or itchy, but it affects my appearance and looks quite unsightly. I have consulted several doctors, and they all diagnosed...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
No, injecting corticosteroids into the affected area is a common treatment method used in dermatology. The dosage is very low, so there are no side effects on other organs in the body.[Read More] Understanding the Risks: Steroid Side Effects in Dermatology Treatments
Understanding Steroid Side Effects: Recovery and Collagen's Role
Steroid side effects Hello, doctor. About a week ago, I received scar treatment injections at a dermatology clinic, specifically at the lower left corner of my mouth. The doctor tried to minimize the amount injected, but I still noticed some skin indentation today. After research...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the side effects of steroid injections, you can refer to Dr. Wang Hsiu-Han's article at http://www.skin168.net/2013/09/side-effect-steroid-keloid-hypertrophic.html?m=1. It is recommended that you return for a follow-up appointment to have the physician who i...[Read More] Understanding Steroid Side Effects: Recovery and Collagen's Role
Managing Steroid Side Effects: Addressing Skin Discoloration Issues
Steroid side effects If there is pigment loss in the areas where steroids have been applied, what should be done? Will sun exposure help the white areas?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It will improve after a period of time.[Read More] Managing Steroid Side Effects: Addressing Skin Discoloration Issues