Can Steroids Give You Pneumonia? Investigating the Link
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In the United States, an estimated 1.2% of the adult population uses oral glucocorticoids [1.8.1]. The critical question for many is, **can steroids give you pneumonia?** The answer is complex, as these drugs significantly impact the immune system, potentially increasing infection risk [1.5.1, 1.6.4].
