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I was prescribed hydrocortisone and metronidazole for my perioral dermatitis by my derm, but they just make it worse. what are my other options?
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Depends on: Cause of dermatitis. May need to use stronger steroid.
Answered 9/12/2013
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Sounds Viral: It could be a different type of infection that you have , usually topical steroids make things worse when you have a viral infection ? Talk to your derm.
Answered 4/18/2014
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