Topical corticosteroids

Topical corticosteroids are like special creams that doctors use to help us when we have itchy, red or swollen skin. Just like how a superhero saves the day, these creams can help save our skin!

Corticosteroids are chemicals that our body and some plants make when there is inflammation in the body. Inflammation makes our skin red, itchy, and swollen. That is why when we fall down or scratch ourselves, our skin becomes red and swollen.

The special cream that the doctors give us has corticosteroids in it. These creams can reduce the inflammation in our skin and make it feel better. But, sometimes doctors have to be careful because too much corticosteroid cream can be dangerous for our skin. So, they tell us how much to use and for how long.

In summary, topical corticosteroids are a special cream that doctors use to make our skin feel better when it is red, itchy, or swollen.