Topical Corticosteroids - To Reduce Skin Inflammation

Your doctor has prescribed a cortisone-based drug to apply to your skin. This sheet explains how to use your medication and dispels some of the myths and misconception about topical corticosteroids.

Treatments and surgical operations , Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Drugs

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Corticostéroïdes topiques - Pour calmer une inflammation de la peau

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Lumbar puncture

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Quitting smoking during my hospital stay