A curated list of research articles, case studies, and medical reviews on TSW, TSA, and related dermatological findings.
| Title | URL | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Topical corticosteroid withdrawal | https://www.dermnetnz.org/topics/topical-corticosteroid-withdrawal/ | An overview of TSW including causes, symptoms, complications, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and outlook. |
| Topical steroid addiction in atopic dermatitis | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4207549/ | Describes symptoms and features of TSA based on treatment of many cases, aiming to offer a better understanding. |
| A prospective study of atopic dermatitis managed without topical corticosteroids | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4938118/ | Evaluates outcomes in AD patients who did not use TCS for 6 months, comparing them with TCS users. |
| Cortisol Homeostasis in the Epidermis is Influenced by Topical Corticosteroids | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5527739/ | Investigates whether TCS use affects cortisol balance in the skin. |
| Histological and Immunohistological Findings Using Anti-Cortisol Antibody in Atopic Dermatitis | https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs13555-016-0096-7 | Explores histological characteristics of TSA using anti-cortisol antibody. |
| Facing up to withdrawal from topical steroids | https://journals.lww.com/nursing/Fulltext/2007/09000/Facing_up_to_withdrawal_from_topical_steroids.46.aspx | Discusses 'steroid rosacea', how to treat it, and supporting patients through TSW. |
| Rational and Ethical Use of Topical Corticosteroids Based on Safety and Efficacy | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3401837/ | An in-depth review of TCS use amid rising misuse and abuse cases. |
| Systematic Review: Topical Steroid Addiction and Withdrawal in Children | https://www.nursingcenter.com/pdfjournal?AID=4337200&an=01412499-201709000-00002&Journal_ID=849729&Issue_ID=4337195 | Looks at TSW in children with data from literature, blogs, and social media. |
| Systematic review of topical corticosteroid withdrawal in patients with atopic dermatitis | https://nationaleczema.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Systematic-Review-TSA.pdf | NEA Task Force review on TSW due to growing interest and social media discussions. |
| Side-effects of topical steroids: A long overdue revisit | http://www.idoj.in/article.asp?issn=2229-5178;year=2014;volume=5;issue=4;spage=416;epage=425;aulast=Coondoo | Examines local, systemic, and psychological side effects of steroid misuse. |
| Topical corticosteroid withdrawal in a pediatric patient | https://www.jaadcasereports.org/article/S2352-5126(17)30118-2/fulltext | Case report of a 14-year-old girl experiencing TCS withdrawal symptoms, highlighting the under-documentation of pediatric TSW. |
| Topical corticosteroid addiction and phobia | http://www.e-ijd.org/article.asp?issn=0019-5154;year=2014;volume=59;issue=5;spage=465;epage=468;aulast=Ghosh | Discusses the concepts of TSA and phobia, particularly among parents of children with atopic dermatitis. |
| Utsättningsreaktioner efter användning av lokala kortikosteroider | https://medibas.se/handboken/kliniska-kapitel/hud/tillstand-och-sjukdomar/erytem/utsattningsreaktioner-efter-anvandning-av-lokala-kortikosteroider/ | Swedish site Medibas lists TSW as a known risk from topical corticosteroid use. |
| Growth impairment in children with atopic eczema | https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/014107688708000106 | Discusses growth impairment related to atopic eczema and use of topical corticosteroids. |
| A Call to Retire Systemic Corticosteroids for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis | https://www.hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/thederm/voices/call-retire-systemic-corticosteroids-pediatric-atopic-dermatitis | Paper advocating for the end of systemic corticosteroid use in children with eczema. |
| Topical steroid withdrawal reactions: a review of the evidence | https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/topical-steroid-withdrawal-reactions-a-review-of-the-evidence/topical-steroid-withdrawal-reactions-a-review-of-the-evidence | UK review confirming that TSW reactions occur and can affect children after as little as 2 months of use. |
| Topical corticosteroids: information on the risk of topical steroid withdrawal reactions | https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/topical-corticosteroids-information-on-the-risk-of-topical-steroid-withdrawal-reactions | Guidance on the risks of TSW reactions, particularly after prolonged or inappropriate use. |
| Topical Steroid Withdrawal: A Case Series of 10 Children | https://www.medicaljournals.se/acta/content_files/files/pdf/99/6/5412.pdf | Comprehensive Australian case series on TSW in children by Dr. Belinda Sheary. |
| Topical corticosteroid addiction and withdrawal – An overview for GPs | https://www.racgp.org.au/download/Documents/AFP/2016/June/AFP-June-Clinical-Sheary.pdf | Clear, accessible TSW overview written by Dr. Sheary for general practitioners. |
| Steroid Withdrawal Effects Following Long-term Topical Corticosteroid Use | https://journals.lww.com/dermatitis/Fulltext/2018/07000/Steroid_Withdrawal_Effects_Following_Long_term.8.aspx#pdf-link | Dr. Sheary explores demographics and outcomes of adult TSW cases from 2015–2018. |
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