Perioral dermatitis

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Dermatitis, perioral

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Perioral dermatitis

Generally, steroid creams should not be used to treat perioral dermatitis. Your physician may chose to treat these lesions with other topical medications, such as metronidazole, erythromycin, benzoyl peroxide, tacrolimus, or pimecrolimus.

In more severe cases, oral antibiotics (such as tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline, or erythromycin) may be required.

Perioral dermatitis is a difficult condition to treat effectively, often requiring several months of treatment.

Recurrences are not uncommon, particularly if topical steroids are reapplied to the face.

Call your physician if you notice persistent red bumps around your mouth.

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