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Why does my skin turn red once i stop usng hydrocortisone?

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Steroid Rosacea: Steroid induced rosacea can be caused by the prolonged used of a topical steroid on the face. Topical steroid comes in 7 different strengths (some countries use 4 categories). Class i is superpotent, and class vii is very weak. Usually, any categories of steroids can induce rosacea with prolonged use.

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