Inappropriate Use of Potent Topical Glucocorticoids in Infants
Topical therapy with glucocorticoids (GCs) is used commonly in chronic dermatoses. Side effects are less common compared to systemic use; however, newer potent preparations may have serious side effects. A potential danger is their inappropriate use. Three infants who developed iatrogenic Cushing...
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Published in | Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism Vol. 20; no. 2; pp. 219 - 226 |
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Main Authors | , , , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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Germany
De Gruyter
01.02.2007
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Summary: | Topical therapy with glucocorticoids (GCs) is used commonly in chronic dermatoses. Side effects are less common compared to systemic use; however, newer potent preparations may have serious side effects. A potential danger is their inappropriate use. Three infants who developed iatrogenic Cushing's syndrome and prolonged adrenal suppression in the course of GC therapy for simple diaper dermatitis are described. One patient also developed steatohepatitis which is uncommon with local GCs. |
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Bibliography: | jpem.2007.20.2.219.pdf ark:/67375/QT4-LFZ13MW5-4 istex:191A7BDE7AEDA344839E528A8DA6ECA0DB5C2286 ArticleID:JPEM.2007.20.2.219 |
ISSN: | 0334-018X 2191-0251 |
DOI: | 10.1515/JPEM.2007.20.2.219 |