Alternatives to Prednisone in Treating Vasculitis

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

Confirmation of Diagnosis:

1. If your mother is not responding to steroids, it's essential to revisit the diagnosis of vasculitis.

2. Vasculitis typically responds to steroids, so a lack of response warrants a thorough evaluation.

Alternative Medications:

1. In cases where steroids are not effective, there are alternative medications available for vasculitis treatment.

2. Consider medications such as mycophenolate, cyclophosphamide, and azathioprine.

3. These non-steroidal options can be valuable in managing vasculitis and its associated symptoms.

Thanks