부신 피질에서 생성되거나 인공적으로 합성되는 스테로이드 호르몬의 일종으로, 대사 조절 및 염증 치료에 사용됨.
Any of a group of steroid hormones produced in the adrenal cortex or made synthetically, used to regulate metabolic processes and reduce inflammation.
예문:
"The doctor prescribed a corticosteroid cream to treat the patient's severe eczema."
"Long-term use of oral corticosteroids can lead to various side effects, including bone density loss."
"Corticosteroids play a crucial role in the body's response to stress and injury."