Symptomatic management of Topical Steroid Withdrawal
People experiencing the withdrawal symptoms from the discontinuation of topical steroids are using different methods, routines and products to improve their condition. The four of the main skin-related symptoms are inflammation, exudation, dryness, and itching.
TSW Assist is in the process of gathering insights from sufferers of topical steroid withdrawal, and their carers. Our survey will aggregate insights for the anecdotal methods for managing the different symptoms and stages of topical steroid withdrawal.
Currently there is no medical cure for topical steroid withdrawal, but within the global TSW community there are methods, products, and therapies that help provide symptomatic relief during the withdrawal period.
Related: Initial skin condition before using topical steroids
Inflammation
Exudation (also known as oozing or weeping)
Itching
Dryness
Results of the first general survey
A previous general survey was conducted between November 2021 and July 2023.
The below data are the results of that general survey, directly from people who were suffering from topical steroid withdrawal during that time period.
These are insights only and not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
