What are the benefits and risks of using steroids for treating nephrotic syndrome in children?
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Via Cochrane
What are the benefits and risks of using steroids for treating nephrotic syndrome in children? Key messages • Nephrotic syndrome (a condition where the kidneys leak protein from the blood into the urine) is usually treated with steroid medication (powerful anti-inflammatory medicines). • Children experiencing nephrotic syndrome for the first time only need two to three months of prednisone (a type of steroid medication), as longer durations do not reduce the risk of a repeat episode or reduce the risk that the child will have frequent repeat episodes. • Although the risk of side effects may...
