Plano, TX
A 55-year-old male asked:
Any risk and how much steroid absorbed by using anusol hc cream for hemorrhoid. can it raise eye pressure.
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Olivia Liaoanswered
Ophthalmology 33 years experience
Very low risk: From topical steroids. If there is a family history of glaucoma or if any known steroid response then have your eye pressure screened with an eyemd.
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