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  • Topical corticosteroids

    Topical corticosteroids (steroids) are medicines that are applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation and irritation.

  • Steroids

    Find out what steroids (corticosteroids) are, when they're used, how they work, and what different types are available.

  • Steroid tablets

    Steroid tablets, also called corticosteroid tablets, are a type of anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a range of conditions.

  • Steroid nasal sprays

    Find out about steroid nasal sprays, including why they're used, how to use them and possible side effects.

  • Steroid injections

    Steroid injections, also called corticosteroid injections, are anti-inflammatory medicines used to treat a range of conditions. They can be used to treat problems such as joint pain, arthritis, sciatica and inflammatory bowel disease.

  • Steroid inhalers

    Find out about steroid inhalers, including why they're used, who can use them, and what side effects they can cause.

  • Anabolic steroid misuse

    Read about anabolic steroids, which are prescription-only medicines that are sometimes taken without medical advice to increase muscle mass and improve athletic performance.

  • Polymyalgia rheumatica - Treatment

    Find out how polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is treated. The main treatment is a type of steroid called prednisolone.

  • Treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukaemia

    Find out about treatments for acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL), including steroids, chemotherapy, targeted medicines, immunotherapy and a stem cell or bone marrow transplant.

  • Vitiligo - Treatment

    Read about the treatments for vitiligo, which include camouflage creams, topical corticosteroids, other types of topical medication and depigmentation.