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Skin condition can be temporary or chronic, experts say
They reduce inflammation in the lungs, improving control of asthma symptoms
They eased symptoms only after three weeks, taken at high doses.
Limiting steroids when possible may help to lower infection risk, researchers say
Small studies found benefits for patients' fitness, ability to exercise
Mild reactions might not call for tablets or creams
Giving corticosteroids as soon as possible hastens recovery, study suggests
As weight climbs, so does daily corticosteroid dosage, study says
They include drugs for diabetes, mood disorders and other chronic conditions
Preliminary study suggests it could work in hard-to-treat cases of plantar fasciitis
