Perioral dermatitis

Acta Dermatovenerol Croat. 2008;16(2):96-100.

Abstract

Perioral dermatitis is an inflammatory facial skin disorder that predominantly affects women. It is rarely diagnosed in children. The etiology of perioral dermatitis is unknown; however, uncritical use of topical corticosteroids often precedes skin lesions. There is a written diagnostic work-up, differential diagnosis and treatment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / adverse effects
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / administration & dosage
  • Antipruritics / therapeutic use
  • Clinical Laboratory Techniques
  • Dermatitis, Perioral* / diagnosis
  • Dermatitis, Perioral* / etiology
  • Dermatitis, Perioral* / pathology
  • Dermatitis, Perioral* / therapy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Morpholines / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Antipruritics
  • Morpholines
  • pramoxine