When The Cure Becomes A Curse
Topical Steroid (TS) also known as Topical Corticosteroids or Cortisone are most commonly prescribed as a form of relief and cure for skin problems like eczema, dermatitis, acne and skin rash caused by allergies. TS comes in many formulas, including cream, gel, ointment and lotion form. In the initial phase of healing, TS seems to work very well but for some patients, they experience symptoms worse than initial problems once they stop using TS.
Their skin may become red, swollen, burning, flaky, extremely itchy and in serious cases, develop into weepy lesions. Often, this phenomenon can affect the whole body causing great distress, discomfort and often depression. This situation is often thought to happen to patients who have either used a strong dosage or a prolonged period of time of TS. However, it is known to happen to patients who have been using a mild formula and for as short as 2 weeks. This condition is termed as Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW).
Why does Topical Steroid Withdrawal happen?
No one knows exactly why TSW happens. One hypothesis is that abruptly stopping TS usage could increase the nitric oxide levels in the body which could cause an exaggerated vasodilation of cutaneous blood vessels causing the skin to itch just like what histamine does.
TSW is a diagnosis that some dermatologists are skeptical about. However, patients who are suffering from it are sharing their pictures and experiences. One of them is Chho who posted on TikTok (@emcho). Today, a nonprofit organization called ITSAN-the international Topical Steroid Awareness Network provides a strong voice to people who are suffering from the effects of TSW.
How can Bioresonance Therapy help if you have TSW?
If you are suffering from skin problems, natural complementary therapy like Bioresonance Therapy is very effective to help your body heal from the food and allergens that your body is intolerant to. It is also effective to detect what intolerances one has. Bioresonance is a great therapy to repair one’s immunity and nervous system which are usually in disequilibrium before one develops a skin issue. Seek help before the skin conditions get too serious. It is often easier to heal when one’s condition is at its initial stage.
If you are already using TS, do not stop using it suddenly. Discuss with your doctor how you should “wean” off the dependence on TS gradually.
For those who are already suffering from TSW, Bioresonance could help your body detox the effects of the TS as well as work against the Pathogens and Allergens affecting the body. It also provides a good supportive treatment to calm one’s Nervous System in this arduous journey of healing from TSW.