Iatrogenic Cushing's syndrome due to overuse of topical steroid in the diaper area

J Trop Pediatr. 2014 Oct;60(5):404-6. doi: 10.1093/tropej/fmu036. Epub 2014 Jul 11.
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Keywords: diaper dermatitis; iatrogenic Cushing’s syndrome; topical corticosteroids.

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Cutaneous
  • Candidiasis, Cutaneous / complications
  • Clobetasol / administration & dosage
  • Clobetasol / adverse effects*
  • Cushing Syndrome / chemically induced*
  • Diaper Rash / complications
  • Diaper Rash / drug therapy*
  • Glucocorticoids / administration & dosage
  • Glucocorticoids / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Iatrogenic Disease
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Glucocorticoids
  • Clobetasol