Corticoid (Noun)
Meaning
A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex or synthesized; administered as drugs they reduce swelling and decrease the body's immune response; "adrenal cortical steroids are used to treat many different conditions".
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Corticoid production in the adrenal glands plays a crucial role in regulating the body's stress response.
- Adrenal cortical hormones, also known as corticoids, have anti-inflammatory properties that can help alleviate symptoms.
- The synthetic corticoid administered to the patient reduced the swelling in the affected area.
- Long-term use of corticoids can have adverse effects on the body's immune system, making it more susceptible to infection.
- Corticoid-based medications are commonly prescribed to treat inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and asthma.