Glucocorticoids or corticosteroidsOral and intravenous forms of glucocorticoids or corticosteroids, including cortisone, dexamethasone, methylprednisolone and prednisone, are used to treat asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, lupus, allergies, cancer and autoimmune conditions. Singer says the risk for osteoporosis depends on duration and strength of the medicine. For example, taking steroid medicines at 5 mg or more for three months or longer can increase the risk for bone loss and osteoporosis, she says. If you're concerned, talk to your doctor about a bone density test, says Dr. Nelson Watts, a spokesman with the Endocrine Society and director of Mercy Health Physicians' osteoporosis and bone health services in Cincinnati.
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