Corticosteroid dependence

Glucocorticoids dermatitis (glucocorticoids dermatitis) refers to dermatitis caused by long-term external use of glucocorticoids, which is characterized by hormone dependence. This is a side effect caused by improper topical glucocorticoids. Glucocorticoid-dependent dermatitis manifests as skin flushing, pimples, skin atrophy, telangiectasias, acne-like and rosacea-like rashes, with burning sensation, pain, and itching , Dry, tight feeling, after stopping topical glucocorticoids, the skin disease recurs, and rebound phenomenon occurs. This disease is extremely common and more than 500 cases have been reported in various parts of China.

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