medicines
Steroid (Corticosteroid)
ステロイド (Suteiroido)
A class of anti-inflammatory drugs derived from or mimicking cortisol, used to reduce swelling, suppress immune responses, and treat conditions like asthma, eczema, allergic reactions, and autoimmune diseases. In Japan, topical steroid creams are commonly prescribed for skin conditions like atopic dermatitis. Oral and injectable steroids require a prescription and careful monitoring due to side effects with long-term use.
Japan has seen public debate about steroid phobia (suteiroido kyōfu) in patients avoiding prescribed topical steroids; dermatologists emphasize safe, guideline-based use to manage eczema effectively.
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Steroid (Corticosteroid) |
| Japanese (日本語) | ステロイド |
| Chinese (中文) | 类固醇 |
| Korean (한국어) | 스테로이드 |
| Portuguese | Esteroide (corticosteroide) |
| Spanish | Esteroide (corticosteroide) |
| Filipino | Steroid |
| Thai | สเตียรอยด์ |
| Vietnamese | Thuốc steroid |
| Romanization | Suteiroido |
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