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    Glossary Corticosteroid Therapy

    use of steroid medications to reduce inflammation and immune response

    Corticosteroid therapy, also known as steroid treatment, involves the use of corticosteroid medications to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. These medications can be administered in various forms, such as oral tablets, topical creams, or injections, and are commonly used to treat conditions like asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and certain types of alopecia, such as alopecia areata.

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