Research Article
Misuse of Topical Corticosteroids for Cosmetic Purpose in Antananarivo, Madagascar
Table 3
Dermatological adverse effects.
| | | Number of patients (%) | |
| | None | 5 (1,3) | | | Pigmentation disorders | 243 (63,2) | <0,05 | | Cutaneous atrophy | 204 (53,1) | | | Steroid induced erythema | 202 (52,6) | | | Steroid dependency | 161 (41,9) | | | Hirsutism | 80 (20,8) | | | Contact dermatitis | 76 (19,8) | | | Acne | 66 (17,1) | | | Stretch marks | 19 (5) | | | Other adverse effects | 12 (3,1) | |
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Pigmentation disorders (63,2%) were the most adverse effects noted.
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