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A member asked:

Anybody use topical steroids (desonide & elocon) on the face?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Yes: Both are used for eczema, psoriasis, and seborrheic dermatitis.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 4/25/2018

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I've been using elocon cream on very small parts of face to treat psoriasis for 7 years. Would this cause my face shape to change or my collagen to loosen and make my skin look older? I've only been using it near nose and eyebrow?

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My eye and face is swollen from an allergic reaction. Can I use Desonide 0.05% ointment 60gm on face?

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