Steroids, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 9

Corticosteroids Doctor, I had a check-up at the hospital a year ago due to chest tightness and asthma symptoms. The bronchial provocation test was positive (with a 26% decrease in FEV1). The doctor mentioned that I have suspected asthma. However, since I did not have any episodes...

Drug allergy Hello Doctor: I have a drug allergy to Lamictal (an anticonvulsant medication) and was hospitalized for six days receiving high-dose steroid treatment. After discharge, I switched to oral steroids, but I felt very uncomfortable after taking the medication (dizziness ...

I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please Hello: I would like to ask about the pathological mechanism of gout, what medications are used for treatment, and what symptoms it has?

Sjögren's syndrome Hello, Doctor. Last year, I was diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome by a rheumatologist. I am currently taking Hydroxychloroquine once a day, Aspirin once a day, Prednisolone twice a day, and Methotrexate twice a week. I have been on these four medicati...

There are 0.7 cm cysts on both sides of the thyroid gland? Hello, my husband recently received his health check report indicating that his triglyceride levels are elevated. Additionally, there are small nodules approximately 0.5 and 0.7 cm on both sides of his neck's thyroid...

Sudden weight gain..? Hello: My father is 60 years old, and his weight has usually been around 54 to 55 kilograms. However, in the past few days, his weight suddenly increased to 57 kilograms. Additionally, in the last couple of days, he has noticed some swelling under his eyes, ...

Metabolism Hello Dr. Hsiao: I would like to ask if men can also experience obesity due to hormonal imbalances? I am 27 years old and have been very careful with my diet (and I do not have constipation), yet I continue to gain weight (my BMI is 30.5, which is considered obese). I ...

Systemic Lupus E Hello Dr. Tseng: I am a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and I have been diagnosed for two years. My condition is currently stable, and I am taking 7.5 mg of steroids and 50 mg of Neoral daily. However, I have a question: Can I use Wellbutrin? Wil...

Edema Forwarding a question from a netizen to the Director: I saw on TV that Director Tu helped a homeless person with a medical consultation... It seemed like there were issues with their gastrointestinal health that might cause edema... I think I might have edema too... Is ther...

Dermographism Hello Doctor: A friend of mine was diagnosed with dermographism in the United States two to three years ago. He experiences redness and swelling in multiple areas on his back. Since he had difficulty understanding the doctor's explanations in the U.S., he would...

What are steroids? Could you explain the mechanism of how steroids work in the body?

Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction The child is currently eight years old and has asthma, often experiencing persistent coughing. The doctor prescribed a medication called Berodual. I would like to ask what type of medication this is, whether it has strong side effects, and if ...

Cushing's syndrome I have been experiencing continuous weight gain, facial swelling, and the development of acne and buffalo hump over the past four to five months. After visiting the hospital for examination, it seems that I may have Cushing's syndrome and a tumor in t...

Endocrine disorders and acne? I have been dealing with acne for almost three years now. During this time, I have seen many dermatologists, but the acne keeps coming back. I often hear people say that their acne is due to hormonal imbalances. How can I determine if my acne is caus...

Upon waking up in the morning, I noticed that my entire body was swollen? My mother-in-law is fifty years old and has a family history of diabetes. She is currently taking medication to manage her condition. Over the past year, she has experienced swelling in her hands, feet, and...

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) Hello Dr. Tseng: Thank you for your response. My friend is currently hospitalized for treatment of lupus erythematosus, but the high fever has not subsided. Almost all kinds of tests have been conducted, yet the cause remains undetermined. Is st...

Vasculitis Hello, Doctor: Two years ago, I started experiencing redness, swelling, and warmth in my knees, sometimes in my feet, toes, and heels, and occasionally in my fingers. Most of the symptoms are located around the joints and typically resolve on their own within 2-3 days ...

Vasculitis Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing issues with redness, swelling, and heat in my knees for the past two years. Sometimes it affects my feet, toes, and heels, and occasionally my fingers, mostly around the joints. Typically, the symptoms resolve on their own within...

Please clarify your question! Hello, Dr. Tang: 1. Why is it that when taking a health supplement, one feels it is effective at first, but after 3 or 4 doses, it seems to lose its effectiveness? 2. Similarly, when using skincare products, why does one feel more beautiful after th...

Can people with kidney disease drink green tea? I was diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome due to edema in my limbs at the end of last year, which resulted in the presence of significant proteinuria. After receiving high doses of corticosteroids, the edema gradually subsided. Could ...