Steroids and Immunosuppressive Agents for CSU

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Steroids offer rapid symptom relief in CSU but are generally reserved for short-term use due to adverse effects.
Long-term systemic steroid use can lead to significant side effects, including osteoporosis, hypertension, and glucose intolerance.
Practitioners must weigh the benefits of symptom control against potential harm and consider alternative long-term management strategies.

Panelists discuss how steroids can play a role in the management of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU), while emphasizing that practitioners should exercise caution due to potential adverse effects and the need for careful monitoring when using systemic steroids.

EP: 1.Bringing CSU Back Under The House of Dermatology

EP: 2.Understanding the Chronicity of CSU

EP: 3.The Psychosocial Impact of CSU

EP: 4.The Pathogenesis of CSU

EP: 5.Tips on Diagnosing CSU

EP: 6.Less Is More: Diagnostic Testing for CSU

EP: 7.Disease Severity and Delays in Treatment in CSU

EP: 8.The Role of Dermatologists in Treating CSU

EP: 9.Treatment Approaches and the Limitations of Antihistamines for CSU

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EP: 10.Steroids and Immunosuppressive Agents for CSU

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What role do steroids play in the management of CSU?
1. What cautions should practitioners be aware of regarding the use of systemic steroids for