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Steroid-Induced Psychosis: How to Recognize and Treat It in an Emergency

Steroid-Induced Psychosis: How to Recognize and Treat It in an Emergency

Steroid-induced psychosis is a serious but treatable side effect of corticosteroids, often mistaken for schizophrenia. Learn how to recognize early signs, safely taper steroids, and use low-dose antipsychotics to prevent harm and ensure full recovery.

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Gastric Ulcers from Corticosteroids: Prevention and Monitoring Strategies Based on Current Evidence

Gastric Ulcers from Corticosteroids: Prevention and Monitoring Strategies Based on Current Evidence

Corticosteroids alone rarely cause gastric ulcers, but combining them with NSAIDs increases risk dramatically. Learn who truly needs PPIs, what to monitor, and why routine prophylaxis is often unnecessary.

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