| cortisol |
A hormone secreted by the adrenal gland in the body that has numerous functions, and is elevated in stress states.
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| corticosteroid |
A steroid (hormone) produced by the adrenal cortex that affects metabolism
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| cortisone |
A glucocorticoid is often used to relieve inflammation and pain.
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| corticosteroid |
A hormone that has antitumor activity in lymphomas and lymphoid leukemias. Corticosteroids (steroids) may also be used for hormone replacement and for the management of some of the complications of cancer and its treatment.
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| cortisone |
A natural hormone made by the adrenal gland. Sometimes wrongly used as a synonym for corticosteroids.
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