Topical corticosteroid abuse on face: A clinical, prospective study

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Topical corticosteroid abuse on face: A clinical, prospective study

Journal Title: Nasza Dermatologia Online - Year 2015, Vol 6, Issue 4

Abstract

Inroduction: Topical corticosteroids are widely misused and uncontrolled use of topical corticosteroids leads to undesirable adverse effects on facial skin. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess cutaneous manifestations of topical corcticosteroid abuse on the face and to analyse various factors contributing to the same. Materials and methods: A total of 100 patients with facial dermatoses using topical corticosteroids for a minimum period of 1 month attending the outpatient department from a period of January 2013 to September 2014 were enrolled for the study. Details about the usage of topical corticosteroids and their adverse effects were recorded. Results: Majority of the patients were females (68%). The most common indication for use was acne (68%), followed by melasma (22%). Most of the patients used them for duration of less than 6 months and most commonly misused steroids were of potent type. The commonest side effect was acneiform eruption (56%) followed by steroid dependent facies (26%). Other adverse effects like hypertrichosis, telangiectasia and premature aged appearance was seen with longer duration of steroid use. Conclusion: Misuse of topical corticosteroids is rampant and urgent, quick steps are required to increase the awareness and for better management of its adverse consequences

Authors and Affiliations

Balwinder Brar, Kamra Nidhi, Sukhmani Brar

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EP ID EP163976
DOI 10.7241/ourd.20154.109
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