definition
Persistent eruption composed of erythematous papules and papulopustules. It is distributed primarily around the mouth, affecting the chin and the nasolabial folds and sparing a clear zone around the vermillon border. Itching is never severe, but a sensation of burning is frequently noted. Perioral dermatitis occurs primarily in young women. A number of aetiological factors have been postulated, the main factors being occlusion of the skin surface with moisturising creams in predisposed individuals and prolonged therapy with powerful topical corticosteroids.
synonyms
Perioral Dermatitis, Rosacea-like Dermatitis, Light-Sensitive Seborrhoeide
UMLS
Dermatitides, Perioral, Dermatitis, Perioral, Granulomatous rosacea, Lupoid rosacea, Lupus miliaris disseminatus faciei, Papular eruption of chin, Papular eruptions of chin, Perioral Dermatitides, Perioral dermatitis, POD - Perioral dermatitis