Understanding The Side Effects Of Using Steroids And How To Manage Them

Reading about the side effects of injectable steroids can make you uncomfortable about using steroids. However, you should be aware of the risks before you start medications. You should be assured that most people use steroids with no side effects or minor side effects. If any of our suggestions is unclear, please discuss with your doctor.

Withdrawal syndrome

If you randomly withdraw from steroids after using them for more than two weeks, you may feel fatigue, muscle stiffness, joint pain, and fever or muscle tenderness. It can be difficult to separate these symptoms from those of your underlying sickness. To avoid this, you should never withdraw from steroids suddenly. The withdrawal must be tapered slowly.

Infection

The long-term use of steroids can suppress your immune system from protecting you from infection, and this can increase the risk of infection. Make sure you buy injectable steroids that are high quality to minimize this risk. You should have a flu shot every year as long as you are using steroids. Discuss with your doctor about any risks if you are on steroids for an extended period. 

Bleeding or gastrointestinal ulcers

Using steroids can increase the risk of developing gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcers. This can be worse if you take steroids alongside non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. To reduce this risk, take steroids after a full meal. Taking them with antacids can also reduce irritation to the stomach. Discuss with your doctor if you experience heartburns.

Osteoporosis

Steroids can cause your bones to be thin and increase fracture risk. You should have a bone density test before you start using steroids especially if you are using a high dose of steroids. You should repeat the test in future if you will continually use injectable steroids. To reduce this risk, take calcium supplements and milk products when using steroids.