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  1. xmlghr-summaries.xml 
    https://medlineplus.gov/download/ghr-summaries.xml
    ... each kidney, do not produce certain hormones called glucocorticoids. These hormones, which include cortisol and corticosterone, aid in immune system function, play a role in maintaining normal blood ...
  2. MRAP gene: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/mrap
    ... the production of a group of hormones called glucocorticoids. These hormones, which include cortisol and corticosterone, aid in immune system function, play a role in maintaining normal blood ...
  3. MC2R gene: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/mc2r
    ... glands to produce a group of hormones called glucocorticoids. These hormones, which include cortisol and corticosterone, aid in immune system function, play a role in maintaining normal blood ...
  4. NNT gene: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/nnt
    ... of those cells (apoptosis), diminishing the production of glucocorticoids. A shortage of these hormones impairs blood glucose regulation, immune system function, and other cellular functions, leading to the ...
  5. Familial glucocorticoid deficiency: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../familial-glucocorticoid-deficiency
    ... each kidney, do not produce certain hormones called glucocorticoids . These hormones, which include cortisol and corticosterone, aid in immune system function, play a role in maintaining normal blood ...
  6. Scleredema diabeticorum 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007749.htm
    ... the skin is carefully exposed to ultraviolet light Glucocorticoid medications (topical or oral) Electron beam therapy (a type of radiation therapy) Medicines that suppress the immune system Physical therapy, if you find it hard to ...
  7. ACTH blood test 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003695.htm
    ... main function of ACTH is to regulate the glucocorticoid (steroid) hormone cortisol. Cortisol is released by the adrenal gland . It regulates blood pressure, blood sugar, the immune system, and the response to stress. This test can ...
  8. Ocrelizumab (Ocrevus) for the treatment of multiple sclerosis: Overview - InformedHealth.org - NCBI Bookshelf 
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507013
    ... damage to the nerve cells by influencing the immune system. Application In preparation for treatment with ocrelizumab, patients receive a glucocorticoid and an antihistamine, and sometimes acetaminophen (paracetamol) as ...
  9. Valley fever 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001322.htm
    ... the fungus is found and have a weakened immune system due to: Anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) therapy Cancer Chemotherapy Glucocorticoid medicines (prednisone) Heart or lung conditions HIV/AIDS ...
  10. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000109.htm
    ... disease, your provider may recommend that you take glucocorticoids (anti-inflammatory medicines). Sometimes, treatments used for asthma can help people with hypersensitivity pneumonitis. Sometimes medicines that suppress the immune system are needed to control the disease.
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