Topical Steroid Withdrawal: Perspectives of Dutch Healthcare Professionals.

ABSTRACT: Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is a highly controversial condition, typically reported following prolonged and/or frequent use of topical corticosteroids. Despite growing public awareness, knowledge of topical steroid withdrawal remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the perspectives of Dutch healthcare professionals (HCPs) on topical steroid withdrawal. A web-based survey was conducted among 168 Dutch HCPs. The results show that erythema (64.1%) and a burning sensation (60.3%) were the most frequently selected symptoms associated with TSW. The majority of respondents (69.6%) attributed TSW symptoms to atopic dermatitis (AD) flares and/or the adverse effect of topical corticosteroid use. Only a small percentage (12.2%) firmly believed that TSW is a distinct clinical enti

SUBMITTER: Vroman F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12359819 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature