Rosacea-Like Dermatitis: Contraindication or Intolerance, Reaction to Strong Steroids

Summary.— Data for 9 selected patients were used to show that rosacea-like dermatitis (RLD) is to be regarded as an intolerance reaction of seborrhoeic skin to topically-applied strong corticosteroids, such as betamethasone valerate and fluocinolone acetonide. A comparison of the geographical ranges of RLD and the use of strong corticosteroids shows that, in all countries considered, strong corticosteroids had been introduced long before RLD was observed. RLD can be cured by use of a powder suspension that is free from corticosteroids or fatty substances.