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I'm having an ms exacerbation &my neurologist wants me to go on corticosteroids.do they have to be iv steroids or can i just go with oral steroids?

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Iv: During an acute exacerbation of MS, IV steroids are the standard of care.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Age correct?: Are you 82, or is this an error? Let's assume you need MS relapse treatment. Cochrane review does confirm equivalent efficacy with either oral or intravenous steroids, if sufficient dosing is employed.

Answered 9/27/2014

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