Doctors in India are witnessing a pandemic of adverse effects induced by the widespread misuse of skin creams and lotions containing steroids, an Indian dermatologist has warned.
Corticosteroids, also known as steroids, are anti-inflammatory medicines used for a range of conditions.
However, these can lead to substantial and permanent damage, especially on thin skin, such as on the face and groin, researchers said....
Skin creams containing steroids widely misused in India
Corticosteroids, also known as steroids, are anti-inflammatory medicines used for a range of conditions.
However, these can lead to substantial and permanent damage, especially on thin skin, such as on the face and groin, researchers said....
Skin creams containing steroids widely misused in India