Do Steroid Inhalers Strengthen the Lungs? Separating Fact from Misconception
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While it's a common assumption, steroid inhalers do not actually strengthen the lungs like exercise strengthens muscles. These powerful anti-inflammatory medications work instead by reducing inflammation and swelling in the airways, which is the root cause of symptoms in conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
