Topical corticosteroid use in children: adverse effects and how to minimize them.
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Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol | May-June 2010 | Vol 76 | Issue 3 syndrome[3] and slowing of linear growth[4] due to systemic absorption has been reported in infants and children with TC use, mainly on the diaper region. However, non-reversible adrenal insufficiency has not been reported. Older children and teenagers using TC on the face are more prone to develop steroid acne, rosacea or perioral dermatitis.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Indian journal of dermatology, venereology and leprology
دوره 76 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010