BACKGROUND:: Systemic corticosteroids are known to increase diabetes risk, but the
effects of high-dose inhaled corticosteroids are unknown. We assessed whether the use and …

BACKGROUND: Inhaled corticosteroids (ICSs) are widely used in the treatment of
obstructive lung disease. ICSs have been shown to be systemically absorbed. The …

BACKGROUND: A recent case-controlled study reported an increased risk of diabetes
mellitus in patients treated with inhaled corticosteroids for asthma or COPD, versus age …

We conducted a population‐based cohort study using administrative databases to quantify
the association between oral and inhaled corticosteroid use and onset of diabetes mellitus …

Background Although inhaled corticosteroids are effective for the treatment of asthma, it is
uncertain whether their use can prevent death from asthma. Methods We used the …

Background In clinical trials, the use of inhaled corticosteroids is associated with an
increased risk of pneumonia in people with COPD, but whether the same is true for people …

Observational studies of inhaled corticosteroids in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD) have shown improved survival whereas randomized trials have not. It has been …

Background Recent studies have suggested a possible association between pneumonia
and the use of inhaled corticosteroids. We aimed to ascertain the risk of pneumonia with …

Rationale: Inhaled corticosteroids are commonly prescribed to patients with chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Objectives: To examine whether these medications …

Glucocorticoids are effective for treating several respiratory diseases. However, they can
cause hyperglycemia. This study determined the incidence and risk factors of steroidinduced …