Symptoms of Perioral Dermatitis

The following features are indicative of Perioral Dermatitis:
  • bumps around the mouth
  • papules
  • pustules
  • red skin
  • burning feeling around the mouth
It is possible that Perioral Dermatitis shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.

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Common Causes of Perioral Dermatitis

The following are the most common causes of Perioral Dermatitis:
  • use of topical steroids and cosmetics
  • use of fluorinated toothpaste
  • hormonal changes

Risk Factors for Perioral Dermatitis

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Perioral Dermatitis:
  • young women
  • use of topical steroids and cosmetics

Prevention of Perioral Dermatitis

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Perioral Dermatitis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • do not apply corticosteroids to the face
  • discontinue use of topical cosmetic products

Occurrence of Perioral Dermatitis

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Perioral Dermatitis cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Very common > 10 Million cases

Common Age Group

Perioral Dermatitis can occur at any age.

Common Gender

Perioral Dermatitis can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Perioral Dermatitis

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Perioral Dermatitis:
  • Physical Examination: To diagnose the skin condition

Doctor for Diagnosis of Perioral Dermatitis

Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Perioral Dermatitis:
  • Dermatologist

Complications of Perioral Dermatitis if untreated

Yes, Perioral Dermatitis causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Perioral Dermatitis is left untreated:
  • skin infections

Self-care for Perioral Dermatitis

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Perioral Dermatitis:
  • wash face with warm water only
  • stop using topical cosmetic products
  • do not apply corticosteroids to the face

Time for Treatment of Perioral Dermatitis

While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Perioral Dermatitis to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
  • In 1 - 3 months

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Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Perioral Dermatitis.

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