Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW), also known as steroid withdrawal or corticosteroid withdrawal, is a rare but serious condition that can occur when topical corticosteroids used to treat skin conditions like eczema are discontinued after prolonged, frequent, or inappropriate use[1]. It is characterized by severe steroid withdrawal symptoms affecting the skin, often worse than the original condition being treated. Topical corticosteroids are medicated creams, ointments, or lotions applied directly …

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