A case report on steroid induced diabetes mellitus

Abstract

A steroid is a biologically active organic compound having immunosuppressive action in living organism. Different classification of steroids is available in pharmaceutical industry. Steroids are mostly suggested by clinician to the patients for the reduction of inflammation caused by immune system. Steroid can cause elevation of patient blood sugar level. Those who take steroids for a longer period of time are more susceptible to develop diabetes mellitus. The most commonly used steroids are prednisone and cortisone. These drugs promote glucose production in liver and reduce the sensitivity of cells to insulin. In this case report a 45 year old women suffering from nephrotic syndrome was advised to take Inj. Methyl prednisolone . The administration of this drug leads to a rise in her blood sugar level. It is typical case of steroid induced diabetes mellitus.