Wary of the Remedy: How Phobias Affect Use of Topical Steroids

Atopic eczema is a relatively common condition in infants, but fears about the side effects of the most common first-line therapy may lead to parents undertreating their babies. While corticosteroids do have some side effects, a recent article stated that these have been amplified in the media and subsequently spawned an outsized fear of steroids. …