Adding genetic data to steroid prescribing can help predict side effects, data suggest

Oral corticosteroids (OCSs) are widely used and effective in the treatment of chronic inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, asthma and autoimmune diseases.

They work by reducing inflammation, relieving pain and calming the immune system.

However, more than one in 10 patients develop side effects, particularly if they use steroids over a long period. ...