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cortisone noun[ U ] uk /ˈkɔː.tɪ.zəʊn/ us /ˈkɔːr.t̬ə.zoʊn/ a hormone (= a chemical made by living cells) that is also made synthetically(= using artificial processes or materials) and used as a drug, especially for treating painful conditions of the joints (= the knees, shoulders, etc.) and skin problems: Cortisone is an anti-inflammatory drug known to suppress the immune system. A doctor may inject cortisone to reduce inflammation. I have had cortisone injections and physiotherapy for my shoulder. Many skin conditions can be treated with cortisone cream. Compare
cortisol Cortisone should not be used for prolonged periods of time as it may lead to osteoporosis in adults. Cortisone is a member of the family of chemicals known as corticosteroids. Her doctor recommended she try cortisone injections as part of her treatment plan for a neck injury. I had a cortisone shot but it did not relieve the pain. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases Medicines & drugs analgesia anti-AIDS anti-asthma anti-cancer anti-cholesterol anticoagulant anxiolytic astragalus astringent atropine bactericide beta blocker laxative midazolam Milk of Magnesia naloxone Novocaine NSAID quinine Rescue Remedy
cortisone | American Dictionary cortisone noun[ U ] us/ˈkɔrt̬·əˌzoʊn, -ˌsoʊn/ a hormone (= chemical produced by some organs of the body) that is used medically, esp. for treating painful joints and skin problems |