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In what way does dexamethasone reduce cerebral edema?

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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Swelling: This cortico steroid will reduce swelling of the brain

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/2/2014

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A member asked:

In what way does dexamethasone reduce cerebral edema?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glenn Messina answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

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