Steroid medicines may be prescribed for inflammatory, allergic, respiratory and other medical conditions. One factor that may need attention during treatment is their potential effect on blood glucose.
Steroids can raise glucose levels in some people. The degree of change can vary depending on the medicine, dose, duration of treatment, existing glucose status and individual health circumstances.
This does not mean that a prescribed steroid should be stopped independently.
If you have diabetes or relevant risk factors for diabetes, your treating healthcare professional may advise whether additional glucose monitoring is appropriate during steroid treatment. Any treatment adjustment should be based on individual clinical circumstances.
At Kharghar Diabetes & Obesity Clinic, glucose patterns can be reviewed in the context of current medicines and overall health.
Always inform your treating healthcare professionals about medicines you are currently taking so that treatment decisions can take them into account.
Disclaimer: This information is intended for general health awareness and should not be considered medical advice or a substitute for professional consultation. Individual evaluation and treatment may vary.
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