what is a corticosteroid
Cortisone is a type of medication that treats a wide variety of conditions, mainly by suppressing inflammation. Often referred to as corticosteroids, cortisone drugs belong to a class of medication known as glucocorticoids. Doctors may prescribe cortisone to prevent allergic reactions and to treat arthritis, ulcerative colitis, skin problems such as psoriasis and acne, lupus, eye conditions, and some cancers.