Luna Estefania Lara

Ms. Luna Estefania Lara

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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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19 September 2024 in Biomedicines
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SSSara Sofía-Avendaño-Lopez
Sara Sofía-Avendaño-Lopez
ARAngela Johanna Rodríguez-Marín
Angela Johanna Rodríguez-Marín
MLMateo Lara-Castillo
Mateo Lara-Castillo
JCJuanita Agresott Carrillo
Juanita Agresott Carrillo
LLLuna Estefania Lara
Luna Estefania Lara
JRJesús Hernán Rodríguez-Quintana
Jesús Hernán Rodríguez-Quintana
Corticosteroids are frequently prescribed across medical disciplines, yet they are associated with various adverse effects, including neuropsychiatric symptoms, documented since their introduction over 60 years ago. The cellular mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric symptoms are complex and somewhat obscure, involving multiple pathways. Notably, they include changes in excitability, cellular death of hippocampal and striatal neurons, and increased inflammation and oxidative stress. Clinical presentation varies, encompassing affective disorders (anxiety, euphoria, depression), psychotic episodes, and cognitive deficits. It is crucial to note that these manifestations often go unnoticed by treating physicians, leading to delayed detection of severe symptoms, complications, and underreporting. Discontinuation of corticosteroids constitutes the cornerstone of treatment, resolving symptoms in up to 80% of cases. Although the literature on this topic is scant, isolated cases and limited studies have explored the efficacy of psychotropic medications for symptomatic control and prophylaxis. Pharmacological intervention may be warranted in situations where corticosteroid reduction or withdrawal is not feasible or beneficial for the patient.