IL HR0233

Declares February 3, 2026 as Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome (TSWS) Awareness Day in Illinois

TSWS is a severe condition arising from topical steroid use, characterized by skin flushing, inflammation, spreading rashes, burning, and itching worse than the original skin condition

Recovery from TSWS can take months to years, leaving sufferers bedridden, unable to work, care for children, or attend school

Mental health impacts are significant: 81% of adults and 56% of children with TSWS report anxiety/depression, while 47% of adults and 11% of children report suicidal ideation

Limited research on TSWS has hindered development of diagnostic criteria, treatment protocols, and education for healthcare providers and patients