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hydrocortisone face
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38 years experience Family Medicine
7 days max: Never use steroids on face, neck or mucus membranes, for more than 7 days without medical supervision, to prevent side effects like steroid-induced ac ... Read More
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Yes.: You may use otc Hydrocortisone on the face for a short period of time such as 1 - 2 weeks. Avoid the eyes.
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Dr. Tanya Russo answered
25 years experience Pediatrics
Steroids on the face: Topical steroid use on the face can be associated with scarring and discoloration. Hydrocortisone is a low potency steroid which is safe to use spari ... Read More
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Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered
37 years experience Internal Medicine
Hydrocortisone: will thin skin i would stop immediately and see a dermatologist for an assessment
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Dr. Dan Fisher answered
27 years experience Internal Medicine
Yes.: One should be careful to avoid the eyes.
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Peppercorn answered
43 years experience Dermatology
Face and cortisone: Yes, but it is important to not use it as a long term treatment. Very common to use it on face for 1-2 weeks if needed for a dermatitis.
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Dr. Danielle Jones answered
8 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Sometimes: It is best to avoid using Hydrocortisone creams on the face unless specifically directed by a dermatologist. Steroids, like hydrocortisone, cause sens ... Read More
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A 31-year-old male asked:
Dr. John Chiu answered
57 years experience Allergy and Immunology
You can but: it may be more logical to apply a skin moisturizer after washing your face on a regular basis to prevent the itching.
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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered
26 years experience Pediatrics
Sure : There is no problem with this.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Norman Levine answered
51 years experience Dermatology
Vitiligo: If you whitish patches are a sign of vitiligo, Hydrocortisone will not work. There are other causes of white spots on the face. Consult a dermatolog ... Read More
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