Ep #41 Steroid Phobia, Steroid Withdrawal & the New Era of Non-Steroidal Treatments
SKIN TO IT PodcastShow Notes
Topical steroids have been a cornerstone of dermatology for decades—but fear around their use is growing rapidly, fueled by social media and misinformation.
In this episode, Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and Marlo Sutton tackle the truth behind steroid phobia and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW)—separating fact from fear and exploring the new generation of non-steroidal treatments.
This episode is sponsored by Arcutis, leaders in targeted dermatology therapies.
Listeners will learn: What steroid phobia is—and why it’s so common (affecting up to 84% of patients) The reality of topical steroid withdrawal (TSW)—what we know and what remains unclear The actual risks of topical steroids—and why appropriate use is safe and effective How misinformation online is shaping patient fears and treatment decisions A breakdown of non-steroidal options, including: Calcineurin inhibitors (tacrolimus, pimecrolimus) PDE-4 inhibitors (crisaborole, roflumilast) Aryl hydrocarbon receptor agonists (tapinarof) JAK inhibitors (ruxolitinib) Which treatments work best—and how they compare in terms of effectiveness, safety, and speed Why shared decision-making and education are key to successful treatment
The takeaway? We’re in a new era of dermatology—with more options than ever—but understanding when and how to use each treatment is critical.
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