{"id":8047,"date":"2023-10-03T17:49:43","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T15:49:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/?page_id=8047"},"modified":"2023-10-03T17:49:43","modified_gmt":"2023-10-03T15:49:43","slug":"cortisone","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/glaucoma\/glaucoma-causes\/cortisone\/","title":{"rendered":"Long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone) as a cause of Glaucoma"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone) can be a cause of Glaucoma<\/h1>\n<div id=\"attachment_8228\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8228\" class=\"wp-image-8228 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone-a-cause-of-glaucoma-en.png\" alt=\"Not all long-term use of cortisone necessarily causes glaucoma.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone-a-cause-of-glaucoma-en.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone-a-cause-of-glaucoma-en-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone-a-cause-of-glaucoma-en-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone-a-cause-of-glaucoma-en-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-8228\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Not all long-term use of cortisone necessarily causes glaucoma.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/glaucoma\/glaucoma-causes\/cortisone\/#a-brief-description-of-corticosteroids-%e2%80%93-also-colloquially-called-%e2%80%9ccortisone%e2%80%9d\" >A brief description of corticosteroids &#8211; also colloquially called &#8220;cortisone&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/glaucoma\/glaucoma-causes\/cortisone\/#on-the-development-of-glaucoma-in-connection-with-the-long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone\" >On the development of Glaucoma in connection with the long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/glaucoma\/glaucoma-causes\/cortisone\/#regular-eye-examinations-in-case-of-long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone\" >Regular eye examinations in case of long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/glaucoma\/glaucoma-causes\/cortisone\/#doctors-of-different-specialities-and-naturopathy-should-cooperate-for-the-benefit-of-the-patient\" >Doctors of different specialities and naturopathy should cooperate for the benefit of the patient<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>One of the possible causes of glaucoma is the long-term use of corticosteroids, also known as cortisone.<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a-brief-description-of-corticosteroids-%e2%80%93-also-colloquially-called-%e2%80%9ccortisone%e2%80%9d\"><\/span>A brief description of corticosteroids &#8211; also colloquially called &#8220;cortisone&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Corticosteroid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corticosteroids<\/a> are a group of drugs that have anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties.<\/p>\n<p>They are often used to treat various inflammatory diseases, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn&#8217;s disease and ulcerative colitis<\/li>\n<li>Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)<\/li>\n<li>Rheumatic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and polymyalgia rheumatica<\/li>\n<li>Skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis and allergic reactions<\/li>\n<li>Autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and Hashimoto&#8217;s thyroiditis<\/li>\n<li>Kidney diseases like nephrotic syndrome and IgA nephropathy<\/li>\n<li>Inflammatory eye diseases such as uveitis!<\/li>\n<li>Organ transplants to prevent transplant rejection<\/li>\n<li>Certain blood diseases such as haemolytic anaemia and aplastic anaemia<\/li>\n<li>Acute attacks of chronic diseases to reduce inflammation (e.g. asthma or rheumatoid arthritis)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, corticosteroids can also have side effects with prolonged use, especially when prescribed in high doses or when taken over a long period of time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"on-the-development-of-glaucoma-in-connection-with-the-long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone\"><\/span>On the development of Glaucoma in connection with the long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The relationship between long-term use of corticosteroids and the development of glaucoma is complex and is explained by several mechanisms. One important factor is the <strong>influence of corticosteroids on intraocular pressure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Normally, the fluid in the eye known as aqueous humour is constantly produced and drained, keeping the intraocular pressure at a constant level.<\/p>\n<p>Corticosteroids (cortisone) can reduce the outflow of aqueous humour by affecting the trabecular meshwork (a network of connective tissue in the eye) or by increasing the production of aqueous humour.<\/p>\n<p>In this way, the intraocular pressure can gradually increase. Increased intraocular pressure puts stress on the optic nerve and the sensitive nerve fibres that make vision possible.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, the increased pressure causes damage to the optic nerve, which is called glaucoma damage.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/free-e-book-on-glaucoma\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7139 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/e-book-glaucoma-teaser-quer-EN.png\" alt=\"Free E-book on Glaucoma by Augenakupunktur Noll\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/e-book-glaucoma-teaser-quer-EN.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/e-book-glaucoma-teaser-quer-EN-300x135.png 300w, https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/e-book-glaucoma-teaser-quer-EN-768x346.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a>Not everyone who takes corticosteroids for a long time will necessarily develop glaucoma.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to emphasise that not everyone who takes corticosteroids will necessarily develop glaucoma. The susceptibility to developing glaucoma due to corticosteroid therapy can vary from person to person.<\/p>\n<p>It depends on several factors, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>the dose<\/li>\n<li>duration of use<\/li>\n<li>individual eye structure<\/li>\n<li>and family predisposition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"regular-eye-examinations-in-case-of-long-term-use-of-corticosteroids-cortisone\"><\/span>Regular eye examinations in case of long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Therefore, it is crucial that patients who need to take corticosteroids long-term have regular eye examinations to detect changes in intraocular pressure and signs of glaucoma at an early stage.<\/p>\n<p>If elevated intraocular pressure is detected or if there is a family history of glaucoma, the ophthalmologist can take appropriate measures to reduce the risk of glaucoma or treat it early.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"doctors-of-different-specialities-and-naturopathy-should-cooperate-for-the-benefit-of-the-patient\"><\/span>Doctors of different specialities and naturopathy should cooperate for the benefit of the patient<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Overall, the long-term use of corticosteroids shows the potential complexity of medical therapies and the need for close cooperation between doctors from different specialities.<\/p>\n<p>The task is to identify and manage potential side effects to ensure the best possible healthcare for patients.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"webinar-teaser card clearfix\">\r\n        <div class=\"webinar-teaser-img\">\r\n            <a target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/glaucoma\/glaucoma-causes\/eye-injuries\/\" title=\"Eye injuries\">\r\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"teaser-img\" alt=\"Eye injuries\" title=\"Eye injuries\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/eye-injuries-can-be-a-cause-of-glaucoma-en.png\">\r\n            <\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"webinar-teaser-text\">\r\n            <div class=\"teaser-cat\"><\/div>\r\n            <h3>Eye injuries<\/h3>\r\n            <p>Direct injuries to the eye can damage the trabecular meshwork.<\/p>\r\n            <a target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akupunktur-noll.de\/en\/glaucoma\/glaucoma-causes\/eye-injuries\/\" title=\"Eye injuries\" class=\"button button-red\">Read more<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone) can be a cause of Glaucoma One of the possible causes of glaucoma is the long-term use of corticosteroids, also known as cortisone. A brief description of corticosteroids &#8211; also colloquially called &#8220;cortisone&#8221; Corticosteroids are a group of drugs that have anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. 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