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ACNE FROM STEROIDS: SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED?

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Long term use of topical corticosteroids often leads to a plethora of side effects, especially on the delicate facial skin, including thinning of the skin, loss of pigment, hair growth, acne, and rosacea. These contribute to the characteristic breakouts of steroid acne. Sources : Habif, Thomas P. Clinical dermatology. Mosby Elsevier.

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