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Sat-02-05-2020, 02:54 AM
Yay, another Kat! We're taking over!!!
Welcome to the club. Sorry I can't help with info on guttate psoriasis either. I have used steroid creams however I don't recall being told to ease off them gently. I know with oral steroids you reduce the dosage gradually but I never really thought about it with topicals. I currently use a steroid ointment as needed. I do know that long term use of a topical steroid has it's own set of concerns. I think if I were you I'd discuss your concerns with your doctor and see what he/she says about it. If it doesn't have a lasting effect perhaps they need to consider something else? Whether you stay on your current treatment or something else I'd ask about maintenance as well.
Good luck and keep us posted!
Kat
Welcome to the club. Sorry I can't help with info on guttate psoriasis either. I have used steroid creams however I don't recall being told to ease off them gently. I know with oral steroids you reduce the dosage gradually but I never really thought about it with topicals. I currently use a steroid ointment as needed. I do know that long term use of a topical steroid has it's own set of concerns. I think if I were you I'd discuss your concerns with your doctor and see what he/she says about it. If it doesn't have a lasting effect perhaps they need to consider something else? Whether you stay on your current treatment or something else I'd ask about maintenance as well.
Good luck and keep us posted!
Kat