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Steroid-Induced Osteonecrosis in Dermatology: A Review.

, and . Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery, 19 (4): 358--360 (2015)

Abstract

Steroid-induced osteonecrosis is unpredictable and highly morbid. MEDLINE (Ovid) and PubMed search for relevant literature. Oral steroid doses typically considered to be associated with the condition are >20 mg of prednisone (or equivalent) per day or >2 g within a period of 2 to 3 months. Symptoms may be vague. Dermatologists must exercise a high degree of clinical suspicion and warn patients about steroid-related risks and conditions for follow-up. \copyright The Author(s) 2015.

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