Clarifying the terminology of topical steroid withdrawal

Clinical and Experimental Dermatology 2026

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Authors: Celia Moss, Rowena M Mills
DOI: 10.1093/ced/llag180
Cited by: 1
References: 3

Abstract

Many dermatologists are uncomfortable with the imprecise term ‘topical steroid withdrawal’ (TSW). We recognize that the term TSW is used by patients to mean different things. We suggest terminology that we hope will clarify future thinking about TSW.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dermatology and Skin Diseases Autoimmune Bullous Skin Diseases Urticaria and Related Conditions

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Volume
51
Issue
9
Pages
1756–1757
Publication date
22 April 2026
Language
EN