Question

The therapeutic uses of glucocorticoids are _____? Select all that apply

		allergic reactions
		balancing sodium in the body
		replacement therapy in Addison's disease
		anti-inflammatory conditions
		balancing aldosterone secretion

Answer 1

• Allergic reactions, anti inflammatory conditions:Glucocorticoids are efficient drug to fight against inflammation by working with the immune system. In the case of autoimmune diseases , inflammation is produced automatically which can be controlled by the glucocorticoidsglucocorticoids by reducing pain, swelling, cramps. Several diseases like asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease are treated by the glucocorticoids. Allergic reactions are controlled by combining with antihistamines.
• Glucocorticoid replacement therapy in Addison's disease is by continuous subcutaneous hydrocortisone infusion is under trial . It is not yet proved to be the therapeutic use.
• Glucocorticoids control body homeostasis, immune system, and stress. It does not balance Aldosteron secretion.