Corticosteroids and monocytosis

N Z Med J. 2012 Aug 24;125(1360):76-8.

Abstract

Although the association between steroid administration and neutrophilia is well known, the association with monocytosis is not as common and the mechanism less clear. This report illustrates the association and provides an update of postulated mechanisms and clinical significance.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Exanthema / chemically induced
  • Glucocorticoids / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Leukocyte Count
  • Male
  • Methotrexate / adverse effects
  • Monocytes / cytology*
  • Neutrophils / cytology
  • Prednisone / adverse effects

Substances

  • Glucocorticoids
  • Prednisone
  • Methotrexate