OCS Overuse in Asthma

What happens when you use oral steroids too often for asthma? In this episode, we uncover the risks of overusing oral corticosteroids, often known as the “asthma shot”, and how that overuse can harm your health. Dr. Dipa Sheth joins co-hosts Dr. Gupta and Kortney to unpack how to spot if you're overusing oral steroids for asthma, the hidden dangers of long-term use, and safer treatment options like inhalers and biologics for better asthma control. Here's what we cover: ✔ What are oral corticosteroids (OCS) and why are they used? ✔ Warning signs of steroid overuse ✔ Side effects of long-term use ✔ Safer treatment options for asthma ✔ The importance of specialist care Subscribe for more on asthma, allergies, and immunology. Don't forget to like, share, and comment! Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Innovations Podcast Allergy & Asthma Network partners with The Itch Podcast to produce podcast episodes and series covering a wide range of subjects related to asthma, allergies, immunology and eczema. Join Payel Gupta, MD and Kortney as they dive into the complexities of medical diagnosis offering balanced episodes with both medical and patient perspectives to help you live a healthier life. More from the Allergy & Asthma Network: More Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Innovations Podcast episodes: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/podc... Latest news articles: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/ Asthma content: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/what... Allergy content: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/alle... Eczema content: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/what... Anaphylaxis content: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/anap... Related conditions: https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/heal... Every gift makes a difference. Your support ensures that no one faces allergies, asthma, or related conditions alone. Visit https://givetoaan.org to help.