Atopic dermatitis (eczema)

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Perioral dermatitis treatment

September 26th, 2007 · No Comments

Perioral-nasal-ocular dermatitis (PONOD) is associated with the use of various types of creams on the facial area. Most patients with Perioral-nasal-ocular dermatitis are using multiple different types of cosmetic and medicinal creams. The use of corticosteroid containing creams over extended periods are especially strongly linked to the development of Perioral-nasal-ocular dermatitis.One of the most important [...]

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Corticosteroid creams. How to use them correctly.

September 26th, 2007 · No Comments

This article is especially applicable to Atopic Dermatitis, but you can follow these general rules for any form of dermatitis.
Always use the lowest potency corticosteroid application at the lowest frequency of application that will just control your eczema.
So how do I find the correct potency of corticosteroid and correct frequency of application?

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