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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Perioral dermatitis
| image          = [[File:Periorale_Dermatitis_am_Auge_01_(fcm).jpg|alt=Perioral dermatitis around the eye]]
| caption        = Perioral dermatitis around the eye
| synonyms        = Periorificial dermatitis
| specialty      = [[Dermatology]]
| symptoms        = [[Rash]] around the mouth, [[itching]], [[burning sensation]]
| complications  = [[Scarring]]
| onset          = Typically [[adulthood]]
| duration        = [[Chronic condition|Chronic]]
| causes          = [[Topical steroid]] use, [[cosmetic]] products
| risks          = Female gender, [[hormonal changes]]
| diagnosis      = [[Clinical diagnosis]]
| differential    = [[Acne]], [[rosacea]], [[seborrheic dermatitis]]
| prevention      = Avoidance of [[topical steroids]] and [[irritants]]
| treatment      = [[Antibiotics]], [[topical creams]]
| medication      = [[Tetracycline]], [[metronidazole]]
| prognosis      = Good with treatment
| frequency      = Common
}}
'''Perioral Dermatitis''' is a common skin condition that primarily affects young women. It is characterized by small, red, pus-filled bumps or pustules around the mouth, nose, and eyes. The exact cause of perioral dermatitis is unknown, but it is believed to be related to the use of topical corticosteroids, cosmetics, and dental products containing fluoride.
'''Perioral Dermatitis''' is a common skin condition that primarily affects young women. It is characterized by small, red, pus-filled bumps or pustules around the mouth, nose, and eyes. The exact cause of perioral dermatitis is unknown, but it is believed to be related to the use of topical corticosteroids, cosmetics, and dental products containing fluoride.
[[File:Periorale Dermatitis am Auge 01 (fcm).jpg|thumb|Periorale Dermatitis am Auge]]
== Symptoms ==
== Symptoms ==
The main symptom of perioral dermatitis is the appearance of small, red, pus-filled bumps or pustules around the mouth, nose, and eyes. These bumps may be itchy or tender. Other symptoms may include redness, scaling, and a burning sensation.
The main symptom of perioral dermatitis is the appearance of small, red, pus-filled bumps or pustules around the mouth, nose, and eyes. These bumps may be itchy or tender. Other symptoms may include redness, scaling, and a burning sensation.
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== Causes ==
== Causes ==
The exact cause of perioral dermatitis is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the use of topical corticosteroids, cosmetics, and dental products containing fluoride. Other potential triggers include hormonal changes, stress, and certain foods.
The exact cause of perioral dermatitis is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the use of topical corticosteroids, cosmetics, and dental products containing fluoride. Other potential triggers include hormonal changes, stress, and certain foods.
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
Perioral dermatitis is typically diagnosed based on the appearance of the skin. A dermatologist may also perform a skin biopsy to rule out other conditions.
Perioral dermatitis is typically diagnosed based on the appearance of the skin. A dermatologist may also perform a skin biopsy to rule out other conditions.
== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==
Treatment for perioral dermatitis typically involves discontinuing the use of topical corticosteroids and any other potential triggers. Topical and oral antibiotics may also be prescribed.
Treatment for perioral dermatitis typically involves discontinuing the use of topical corticosteroids and any other potential triggers. Topical and oral antibiotics may also be prescribed.
== Prevention ==
== Prevention ==
Prevention strategies for perioral dermatitis include avoiding the use of topical corticosteroids and other potential triggers, maintaining a healthy skin care routine, and managing stress.
Prevention strategies for perioral dermatitis include avoiding the use of topical corticosteroids and other potential triggers, maintaining a healthy skin care routine, and managing stress.
== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Dermatitis]]
* [[Dermatitis]]
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* [[Topical Corticosteroids]]
* [[Topical Corticosteroids]]
* [[Antibiotics]]
* [[Antibiotics]]
[[Category:Dermatology]]
[[Category:Dermatology]]
[[Category:Skin Conditions]]
[[Category:Skin Conditions]]
[[Category:Medicine]]
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Perioral dermatitis
Perioral dermatitis around the eye
Synonyms Periorificial dermatitis
Pronounce N/A
Specialty Dermatology
Symptoms Rash around the mouth, itching, burning sensation
Complications Scarring
Onset Typically adulthood
Duration Chronic
Types N/A
Causes Topical steroid use, cosmetic products
Risks Female gender, hormonal changes
Diagnosis Clinical diagnosis
Differential diagnosis Acne, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis
Prevention Avoidance of topical steroids and irritants
Treatment Antibiotics, topical creams
Medication Tetracycline, metronidazole
Prognosis Good with treatment
Frequency Common
Deaths N/A


Perioral Dermatitis is a common skin condition that primarily affects young women. It is characterized by small, red, pus-filled bumps or pustules around the mouth, nose, and eyes. The exact cause of perioral dermatitis is unknown, but it is believed to be related to the use of topical corticosteroids, cosmetics, and dental products containing fluoride.

Symptoms[edit]

The main symptom of perioral dermatitis is the appearance of small, red, pus-filled bumps or pustules around the mouth, nose, and eyes. These bumps may be itchy or tender. Other symptoms may include redness, scaling, and a burning sensation.

Causes[edit]

The exact cause of perioral dermatitis is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the use of topical corticosteroids, cosmetics, and dental products containing fluoride. Other potential triggers include hormonal changes, stress, and certain foods.

Diagnosis[edit]

Perioral dermatitis is typically diagnosed based on the appearance of the skin. A dermatologist may also perform a skin biopsy to rule out other conditions.

Treatment[edit]

Treatment for perioral dermatitis typically involves discontinuing the use of topical corticosteroids and any other potential triggers. Topical and oral antibiotics may also be prescribed.

Prevention[edit]

Prevention strategies for perioral dermatitis include avoiding the use of topical corticosteroids and other potential triggers, maintaining a healthy skin care routine, and managing stress.

See Also[edit]

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