ArticleSkin health and disease2026
Clinical and epidemiological study of topical steroid abuse in Nepal: an observational study from a tertiary hospital.
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Background: Abuse of topical corticosteroids is an emerging problem. The irrational and nonjudicious use of steroids can cause disastrous cutaneous and systemic adverse effects. Objectives: To study the clinical and epidemiological profile of topical steroid abuse. Methods: A total of 124 patients who were misusing topical steroids were included in this hospital-based observational study. Details of the patients, indications of topical corticosteroid use and adverse cutaneous effects were recorded in a proforma and analysed. Results: The majority of patients ( Conclusions: This study highlights the pattern and epidemiological profile of topical corticosteroid misuse. Thus, policymakers should raise awareness of this issue and introduce laws for regulation.
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