#topicalsteroidwithdrawal

[getyoungersblog]

the skin trap. (why your steroid creams are failing).

you apply the expensive steroid cream. the redness fades. you think you are healing. but the moment you stop, it comes back ten times worse.

why? because psoriasis is NOT a skin disease.

(critical warning: never stop prescribed steroids or biologics abruptly to avoid severe disease rebound. always consult a doctor).

here is the biology of your immune system: treating psoriasis on the surface is like painting over a moldy wall. your skin is just the canvas. psoriasis is an autoimmune disease. hyperactive t-cells from deep inside your body are mistakenly attacking your healthy skin cells.

long-term steroid creams cause severe skin thinning and a devastating rebound called topical steroid withdrawal (tsw).

the biological truth: 70% of your immune system lives in your gut. if your gut is leaking (intestinal permeability), your immune system will stay on fire. you must seal the foundation.

i documented the exact biology of the gut-skin axis here:

WATCH THE IMMUNOLOGY MASTERCLASS

medical disclaimer: this is for educational purposes only. do not self-diagnose.

EXPLORE THE LEAKY GUT REPAIR BLUEPRINT

(stop fighting your skin. listen to your immune system.)

[itch-n-bitch]

I am unapologetically me. Itchy bits n all...⚡️

For me, bringing awareness to skin conditions is extremely personal. It means that maybe someone else out there won't have to go through what I have. I hope by raising awareness I can change someone else's experience of living with a skin condition and hopefully empower them to feel more comfortable in their skin! 

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[itch-n-bitch]

Not everyone who uses topical steroids will develop Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)

corticosteroid safety

 It is unclear why some people experience TSWS after using topical steroids and why others do not. This underpins the need for more research to unravel this issue and provide better support for those affected.

Every time I see Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) being discussed I am overcome with excitement which quickly turns to anger and sadness. Awareness on such a large scale is amazing BUT with no real action or change by places of power, it again leaves me feeling gutted.

There’s growing global awareness about the side effects of topical steroids, shared online, in the news and even warnings in pamphlets accompanying prescriptions.

Yet no real action or change. There needs to be action by the Government to address this issue, silence and lack of action are only contributing to widespread misinformation, online hysteria, and increased worry among those prescribed them.

Research on TSW is crucial to aid current sufferers and help prevent future cases. It’s time for tangible support and proactive research to alleviate TSW suffering and prevent future cases.

I've started a petition to hopefully address this and give us all some much needed relief from the overthinking https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/658458

[itch-n-bitch]

Petition: Fund Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) Research and Provide Support for Sufferers

We think research on TSW is crucial in creating diagnostic criteria, also to inform prevalence and aid in prevention. There’s growing awaren

Spread the word! Let's make Topical Steroid Withdrawal a thing of the past. Sign, share, and declare your support for the TSW petition today! Together, we can create change. ⚠️

Take 1 minute to sign & support our cause! petition.parliament.uk/petitions/658458

[itch-n-bitch]

No one deserves to go through TSW!

Hey all, itchy gal tryna be the change!! I’ve started a petition to address the challenges surrounding the prescription of topical steroids. These medications, used for conditions like eczema and psoriasis, can lead to dependency and severe withdrawal symptoms.

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/658458

Let’s stand together and support each other in improving health outcomes for everyone affected by TSW and living with skin conditions.

We’re signing for the scared parents, the patients feeling out of options, and the friends we’ve seen suffer. No one deserves to go through TSW!

Share this petition with your loved ones, dermatologists, and everyone who can help us make a change.

Let’s drive meaningful action - Thank you for your support! Keep signing, sharing, and speaking up!

We can only make change by standing united for this important cause.

WE NEED ANSWERS.

WE NEED HEALING OPTIONS.

WE NEED SUPPORT.

I NEED YOU TO TAKE ACTION.

If you wish to support by sharing one of these images I've created social media captions, pictures and all you can dream to help get to 10k signatures! https://itchnbitch.co.uk/.../28/tsw-petition-support-assets/

[itch-n-bitch]

Let’s make Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) a thing of the past - sign the petition to fund vital research and support those battling withdrawal symptoms. Together, we can pave the way for a future where prescriptions bring relief, not anxiety. Together, we can make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by TSW, providing them with the hope and support they need to recover and thrive. Katie Mackie Petition, Petition 658458, TSW Petition SIGN NOW: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/658458

[itch-n-bitch]

Fund Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) Research and Provide Support for Sufferers

Let’s make Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) a thing of the past - sign the petition to fund vital research and support those battling withdrawal symptoms. Together, we can pave the way for a future where prescriptions bring relief, not anxiety. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/658458…

[littlemissplumful]

My eczema, then and now. I'm feeling very emotional looking back at what my skin looked like exactly one year ago today. I had just stopped using my #topicalsteroids and was going through the withdrawal symptoms that come with that. I've really been struggling with my #eczema this week but seeing these photos pop up has reminded me just how far I've come. Severe flare ups like that used to be fairly frequent. Although I clearly still have bad times they're nowhere near as bad. The mental struggle is the same to be honest but at least now the pain is more bearable and it doesn't look quite as bad. To every single person who messages me about my skin condition whether you're going through the same thing or are offering me your sympathy, I appreciate you and thank you. Having my eczema crew on here is like a support network that I can lean on and also help in any way I can whether that's understanding the struggle or sharing what works for me. Eczema, #psoriasis & #topicalsteroidwithdrawal is a nightmare to deal with to be honest, so if you can relate to any of this I FEEL YOUR PAIN. We've got this 🙌🏼 #tsw (at London, Unιted Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTVGxjloa9Y/?utm_medium=tumblr