Premium
Topical triamcinolone induced Cushing syndrome: A case report
Author(s) -
Taylor Oliver,
MejiaOtero Juan Diego,
Tannin Grace M.,
Gordon Katherine
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
pediatric dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.542
H-Index - 73
eISSN - 1525-1470
pISSN - 0736-8046
DOI - 10.1111/pde.14140
Subject(s) - medicine , triamcinolone acetonide , dermatology , adrenal insufficiency , pediatrics , diaper dermatitis , surgery
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. .