Summary: A family from Methven, New Zealand is desperately searching for a cure for their young son, Otávio, who suffers from a painful skin condition known as Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome (TSWS). The three-year-old’s eczema rashes have been exacerbated by the overuse of steroid creams, and he now experiences intense burning and stinging sensations on his skin. Eczema is a common inflammatory skin condition that affects one in three New Zealanders at some point in their lives. Topical steroid creams are often used, but skincare experts recommend using them for short periods to avoid dependency. Sources:– “NZ boy plagued by incurable skin condition affecting everything” – Kat Pickford, Stuff.co.nz– Eczema Association of New Zealand (EANZ)

Source: Stuff October 02, 2023 01:29 UTC