Common "hydrocortisone" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Hydrocortisone

Hydrocortisone is a medicinal form of the hormone cortisol. It reduces swelling, itching, and redness of skin seen in eczema, allergies, rashes, insect bites, and poison ivy. It is also used in conditions like thyroiditis, high blood calcium, rheumatoid arthritis, COPD, asthma, and adrenocortical insufficiency.

All hydrocortisone Q&A

Boils at the back of the neck got worsen after using Hydrocortisone. Kindly advice.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case in detail (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Answered By

Dr. Shanza Ikram

Why do my elbows pain and swell every time I climb?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You would have probably lifted too much weight that your body could not handle in the first session.

Answered By

Sreenivasa Rao

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