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What are the uses of dexamethasone injection, and how does it treat inflammation?
General Medicine
Question #14784
84 days ago
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What are the uses of dexamethasone injection, and how does it treat inflammation? - #14784

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I recently heard that dexamethasone injection is used to treat inflammation, but I’m not sure how it works or when it’s necessary. I know it’s a corticosteroid, but what specific conditions does it help manage? What is dexamethasone injection, and how does it reduce inflammation in the body? I read that it’s often used for conditions like arthritis, allergies, and autoimmune diseases—how does dexamethasone target the immune system to relieve swelling and pain? I also want to know how dexamethasone injection is administered. Is it given intravenously or intramuscularly, and how quickly does it start working? What are the potential side effects of using dexamethasone, especially with long-term use? If anyone has had a dexamethasone injection, what was the condition treated, and how effective was it in reducing symptoms? Did you experience any side effects during or after treatment?

Dexamethasone injection
Corticosteroid
Inflammation treatment
Autoimmune diseases
Arthritis
Medical treatment
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83 days ago
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Dexamethasone is a potent corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation and manage conditions such as arthritis, allergies, autoimmune diseases, and certain skin disorders. It works by suppressing the immune system’s response, which helps decrease swelling, pain, and inflammation in the body. Dexamethasone can be administered through an intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) injection, and it generally starts working quickly, often within a few hours, to relieve symptoms. However, long-term use of dexamethasone can lead to side effects such as weakened bones, weight gain, and increased susceptibility to infections. In Ayurveda, the focus would be on balancing the body's internal energy through herbs, diet, and lifestyle changes to address the root causes of inflammation, alongside or in place of corticosteroid treatments. It's important to monitor for side effects and consult a healthcare provider when using such powerful medications.
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