And in doing so, many may be cutting out major food groups with potentially no good reason to do so. This is nothing new, with the waiting lists for an appointment with allergy specialists people naturally turn to other sources of information. This recent report makes for worrying reading... Why are the UK public avoiding their GP? Over half of the UK say that … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2020
You’re just steroid phobic
Ever been confused by the advice you're given by medical professionals? This is just a snapshot of all the confusing advice I've ever been given about my skin… and why I chose to listen to my body. Topical steroids are quite safe for long term use. Topical Steroids may thin your skin. Topical steroids can cause thickening of the skin. Use sparingly... A … [Read more...]
BAN Super Cortisone+
I and many of the Topical Steroid Withdrawal community are absolutely furious to see a high profile TV dermatologist pushing a topical cortisone steroid as an over the counter product. Dr Sandra Lee is sending out free samples to high profile celebrities like Kim Kardashian. Marketing Super Cortisone+ as the 'heal all cream' that every home should have in their medical … [Read more...]
30 Sleep tips for eczema and TSW
Over the last year, after cutting out Topical Steroids I've really struggled with my sleep. Sometimes only getting a few hours, if that, and finding I finally drop off just hours before my alarm is due to go off. There seem to be strange cycles of hives, night sweats and anxiety that plague me all night. Coupled with the fact that I'm Peri-menopausal and you've got some … [Read more...]
Should you use your steroid inhaler during TSW?
This has really been worrying me. If you have asthma then you'll be familiar with those brown preventative inhalers and you'll also know that they contain steroids. That's just what they contain, not much we can do about that, and they work! They help you keep your asthma under control. But what if you are also cutting out topical steroids? Apologies to the asthma peeps … [Read more...]