Are Steroid Eczema Creams Addictive?

According to this news article, Janelle Norman, started using Eczema steroid cream for a mild case of dry skin and ended up in hospital with peeling skin, yellow oozing abscess all because her body, her skin became addicted to steroid cream. Did you know that Steroid cream could be addictive?

I never thought it could be addictive but I did know it wasn’t right for my family. When my daughter was 2 or 3 she had a rash on her face and was given a steroid cream (can’t recall the name). I used it once or twice but found her mood had changed. When I used the cream she seemed sad, depressed and would just sit around and do nothing. Totally the opposite of my child. I tried to explain it to my doctor but they just looked at me crazy. They thought I should be grateful for some down time. My Mommy instinct kicked in and I told the doctor I would stop using the cream straight away.

(stating the obvious here but always get medical advice before stopping medication)

If you are dealing with mild eczema and are yet to try a steroid cream then how about giving these DIY home made natural eczema lotions a try first.

Eczema Lotion Bars and DIY Eczema Lotion.

Free Printable Downloads for Women 40+ Navigating the Hormonal Rollercoaster

Let’s be real—there are days when being a woman over 40 feels like riding a hormone-fueled tilt-a-whirl without the safety bar. Welcome to perimenopause, my friends. If you’ve ever found yourself sweating while standing in front of the fridge, crying over a puppy food commercial, or forgetting why you walked into a room (again), you’re in good company.

That’s exactly why I created these Perimenopause Calm Down Coloring Sheets—printable pages made especially for those “I swear if someone breathes near me I’m going to scream” moments.

What Are Calm Down Sheets?

These aren’t your typical mandala coloring pages. Nope. These were lovingly illustrated with women in perimenopause and menopause in mind—think messy buns, mood swings, and a whole lot of caffeine. Each sheet includes relatable cartoons, cheeky quotes, and stress-relieving doodles that are way more satisfying to color than pretending you’re fine.

They’re perfect for:

Rage coloring during a hot flash

Cooling down after snapping at your partner for chewing too loudly

Unwinding with a glass of wine and a pack of colored pencils

Quiet moments when your brain fog lifts just enough to enjoy something creative

Why Coloring Helps During Perimenopause

There’s science behind this, promise. Coloring helps lower cortisol levels, focus your mind, and gently ease anxious thoughts. It’s like a mindfulness practice, but one that doesn’t require Lycra or a meditation app subscription. And let’s be honest—when the world feels a bit much, giving a snarky mug or frazzled cartoon woman a splash of lavender and hot pink is downright cathartic.

Are Steroid Eczema Creams Addictive?

Related Posts:

Perimenopause Calm Down Coloring Sheets (For When You Want to Scream into a Pillow)

Related Posts:

Have you read?

Leave a Reply

Categories