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Steroid Dosing Schedules in Duchenne: Daily and Intermittent
Steroids in Duchenne can be given on different schedules, from daily to intermittent. How the regimens compare, the evidence, and how the choice is made.
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Deflazacort vs Prednisone: Choosing a Steroid in Duchenne
Prednisone and deflazacort are the two main steroids for Duchenne. How they compare on benefits and side effects, and how families and teams choose between them.
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Eye Care and Cataract Monitoring on Long-Term Steroids in Duchenne
Long-term steroids in Duchenne raise the risk of cataracts. Why eye monitoring is part of steroid care, what symptoms to watch for, and how often to check.
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Adrenal Insufficiency and Steroid Sick-Day Rules in Duchenne
Long-term steroids in Duchenne can suppress the adrenal glands. What adrenal crisis is, the sick-day rules and stress dosing that prevent it, and when to act fast.
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Vamorolone (Agamree): A Modified Steroid for DMD
Vamorolone is a glucocorticoid receptor modifier approved for Duchenne. It aims to preserve anti-inflammatory benefit while reducing some side effects.
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Corticosteroids in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Corticosteroids in Duchenne muscular dystrophy: evidence on benefits, side effects, and the treatment questions families can bring to clinicians.