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Here’s what the drug prednisone does to your body - The Washington Post

From The Washington Post via USVI News: The oral corticosteroid can bring swift relief from pain and swelling — but its many possible side effects and longer-term safety risks often outweigh the benefits.

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Almost since it hit the market in 1955, prednisone has been recognized as a double-edged sword, delivering both key benefits and significant risks. The drug mimics cortisol a corticosteroid, or hormo…

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