How do steroids work?
ANSWER
Steroids work by decreasing inflammation and reducing the activity of the immune system. Steroids are used to treat a variety of inflammatory diseases and conditions.
From: Arthritis and Steroid Injections WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by David Zelman on September 13, 2018
SOURCES:
Mayo Clinic: "Cortisone shots."
Arthritis Foundation: "Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis: Treatment Options."
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases: "Arthritis."
MedicineNet: "Steroids to Treat Arthritis."
Medscape: "Corticosteroid Injections of Joints and Soft Tissues."
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance: "Corticosteroids."
SOURCES:
Mayo Clinic: "Cortisone shots."
Arthritis Foundation: "Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis: Treatment Options."
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases: "Arthritis."
MedicineNet: "Steroids to Treat Arthritis."
Medscape: "Corticosteroid Injections of Joints and Soft Tissues."
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance: "Corticosteroids."
THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and should not be relied on to make decisions about your health. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the WebMD Site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911.
This tool does not provide medical advice. See additional information.