| corticosteroid |
A medicine that reduces swelling, or inflammation.
Ãâó: www.spinalstenosis.org/glossary.php
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| cortisol |
a hormone that is released to help our bodies deal with threats by breaking down protein stores to use as energy and by suppressing the immune system
Ãâó: www.fcs.uga.edu/extension/bbb/info/glossary.htm
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| cortisol |
an adrenocortical hormone, usually referred to pharmaceutically as hydrocortisone. Closely related to cortisone in physiological effects.
Ãâó: www.femalethiink.com/health/resource_center/health...
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| corticosteroid |
in RA, a medication used short-term for relief of inflammation and pain; which may have long-term serious side effects; not a DMARD because it does not affect the underlying disease process; sometimes corticosteroids are called "steroids.".
Ãâó: www.raacademy.com/glossary/Glossary.jsp
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| cortisol |
A hormone manufactured by the adrenal cortex. In humans, it is secreted in greatest quantities before dawn, readying the body for the activities of the coming day.
Ãâó: www.mindsci-clinic.com/neuro_jargon.htm
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