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The review aims to explore the fear surrounding corticosteroid treatment in patients with atopic dermatitis and its implications for treatment adherence.

May 20, 2026Open Access

Corticosteroid Phobia in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: A Narrative Review

XCXue ChenLishui University ZWZhirun WangLishui University

Key Points

The review aims to explore the fear surrounding corticosteroid treatment in patients with atopic dermatitis and its implications for treatment adherence.
Narrative review of existing literature on corticosteroid phobia in atopic dermatitis.
Analysis of epidemiological data and pathogenesis related to atopic conditions.
Evaluation of health education and psychological interventions designed for patient care.
Corticosteroid phobia significantly impacts treatment adherence, leading to suboptimal management of atopic dermatitis.
Health education interventions showed variable effectiveness in mitigating corticosteroid fear.
Personalized care strategies are recommended to improve patient engagement and outcomes.

Abstract

Abstract: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a prevalent chronic inflammatory skin disease worldwide, often accompanied by the complex progression of atopic conditions. This article reviews the current state of fear regarding corticosteroid treatment among patients with AD, analyzes the influencing factors and its impact on treatment adherence, integrates epidemiological data and pathogenesis, and examines the clinical advantages and limitations of corticosteroids in AD management. By critically evaluating the effectiveness of existing health education, psychological interventions, and personalized care strategies, this article aims to identify current research gaps and provide evidence-based guidance for optimizing standardized care pathways and improving patient outcomes. Keywords: atopic dermatitis, glucocorticoids, corticosteroid phobia, nursing strategies, review

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