- Female
- 65 Years
- 07/02/2025
I'm wondering if it's safe for heart patients who don't have asthma but had bronchitis just once to use inhaled corticosteroids regularly. Could this be harmful over time? I've heard something about it possibly being connected to glaucoma, and it's got me a bit worried. What do you think?
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yes there will be sideeffects of steroids. consult a physician for use of steroids
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Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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