Tiny peptide sequence rivals steroid cream in psoriasis treatment
Birmingham scientists have shown that a sequence of just three amino acids may reduce the severity of psoriasis when applied topically in an emollient cream.
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Polycyclic Compounds: News and Research on Betamethasone
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Steroid medications given before preterm birth improve lung and placental function, research shows
A new rat study explores lung function and placental changes in the presence of infection and inflammation. The study suggests treating the mother with steroids before giving birth may improve both lung and placental function, ...
Feb 13, 2025
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Antenatal corticosteroids do not negatively impact offspring, finds study
Administration of antenatal corticosteroids to persons at risk for late preterm delivery is not associated with adverse childhood neurodevelopmental outcomes at age 6 years or older, according to a study published online ...
Apr 29, 2024
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Follow-up finds landmark steroid study remains safe 50 years on
A study has found there are no adverse long-term cardiovascular health consequences for the now-adult children of mothers who were given corticosteroids because they were at risk of early birth in a landmark trial conducted ...
Apr 23, 2024
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How does glucocorticoid therapy affect the developing cardiovascular system during pregnancy?
Glucocorticoid therapy is widely used during pregnancies at risk of premature delivery to promote fetal lung maturation. While it is an effective treatment, it can also trigger heart and blood vessel problems. New research ...
May 3, 2023
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Novel adhesive patch capable of treating oral lichen planus and recurrent aphthous stomatitis
A study exploring the development of "Dental Tough Adhesive (DenTAI)", a novel bioinspired adhesive patch with robust mechanical properties, capable of strong adhesion, and able to carry out extended release of clobetasol-17-propionate, ...
Mar 20, 2023
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Prenatal steroid treatment may improve survival, reduce complications for extremely preterm infants
Steroid treatment before birth appears to improve survival and reduce complications among extremely preterm infants, according to a new study. Antenatal steroid therapy, given to women at risk of preterm delivery, causes ...
Sep 26, 2022
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Betamethasone could improve outcomes for prostate cancer radiation therapy
A new study published by University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center researchers suggests that the common steroid betamethasone could be used to reduce unwanted side effects of radiation treatments for prostate cancer.
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