| Literature DB >> 32212183 |
Oliver Taylor1, Juan Diego Mejia-Otero1, Grace M Tannin1, Katherine Gordon1.
Abstract
We present a case of iatrogenic Cushing syndrome and adrenal insufficiency in a newborn secondary to an overuse of triamcinolone cream 0.1% prescrived for the treatment of diaper dermatitis.This case highlignts the risks of systemic absorption when prescribing topical medications in the diaper area of an infant, and the importance of caution and proper follow up when prescribing even mid potency steroids to pediatric patients. .Entities:
Keywords: corticosteroid-topical; diaper dermatitis; endocrine disorders
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Year: 2020 PMID: 32212183 DOI: 10.1111/pde.14140
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Pediatr Dermatol ISSN: 0736-8046 Impact factor: 1.588