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==Actions==
 
==Actions==
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Both endogenous and exogenous steroids have a variety of actions. Some of these, such as [[Steroids#Anti-Inflammatory Effects|anti-inflammatory effects]], are only seen at pharamacological concentrations.
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Both endogenous and exogenous steroids have a variety of actions. Some of these, such as [[Steroids#Anti-Inflammatory Effects|anti-inflammatory effects]], are only seen at pharmacological concentrations.
    
Alterations in steroid dose can influence the action they have. This is particulatly relevant to anti-inflammatory and immuno-suppressive effects.
 
Alterations in steroid dose can influence the action they have. This is particulatly relevant to anti-inflammatory and immuno-suppressive effects.
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===Metabolic Effects===
 
===Metabolic Effects===
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The metabolic effects of steroids are mainly catabolic and primarily effect carbohydrate and protein metabolism. They include:
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The metabolic effects of steroids are mainly catabolic and primarily affect carbohydrate and protein metabolism. They include:
    
* Increasing gluconeogenesis, meaning amino acids and lactate are converted to glucose.
 
* Increasing gluconeogenesis, meaning amino acids and lactate are converted to glucose.
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