This study found a weak negative correlation between inhaled corticosteroid dose and hair cortisol levels in children with asthma, suggesting that hair cortisol measurement may reflect adrenal function in these children.
March 2024 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This study suggests that potent topical corticosteroid occlusion may be a safe and effective treatment option for pediatric patients with severe alopecia areata, although further research is needed on its long-term safety and recurrence.
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Endocrinology” This review highlights that children with adrenal disorders may experience neurological and psychiatric symptoms, with potential long-term cognitive and behavioral effects from excess glucocorticoids.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case series highlights the risk of iatrogenic Cushing syndrome and adrenal insufficiency among immigrant patients using over-the-counter medications from other countries, which often contain hidden glucocorticoids marketed as vitamins, prompting clinicians to perform thorough medication histories for accurate diagnosis and management.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case study reported that even with improved adrenal androgens and testosterone levels, treating women with AH-PCOS with glucocorticoids did not significantly improve ovulatory function or hirsutism.