The Iraqi Association for Diabetes and Endocrinology warns against the misuse of corticosteroids (such as Dexamethasone and Prednisolone) for non-medical reasons like rapid weight gain or unprescribed pain relief.
​Key Health Risks:
​Development of steroid-induced diabetes and hypertension.
​Osteoporosis and fluid retention.
​Immune suppression and adrenal gland insufficiency.
​Steroids are critical hormonal medications that must only be used or discontinued under direct medical supervision.