What are Perioral Dermatitis Symptoms?
The perioral dermatitis is characterized by a burning uncomfortable feeling around your mouth. Not much of itching is noticed. There will be papules or bumps with fluid or pus in the affected area. Patients are worried about the cosmetic appearance due to lesions. How to treat Perioral Dermatitis? The following treatments are available for perioral dermatitis. The treatment is likely to last for months. • Stop using topical steroids/ corticosteroids, sunscreens and cosmetics. • If the rash exists, wash your face only with warm water. Once it gets cleared use water and liquid cleanser. • Use toothpaste that does not contain lauryl sulfate. • Use oral antibiotics like tetracycline, minocycline, doxycycline or erythromycin severe cases. • If you discontinue antibiotics this might recur; you may have to repeat the treatment. • Use medicines such as metronidazole, benzoyl peroxide, erythromycin, pimecrolimus or tacrolimus on prescription from your doctor. How do you prevent Perioral dermati
