What are the characteristics of post steroid panniculitis?

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In the process of extensive use of corticosteroids in the whole body, subcutaneous nodules occur due to the sudden decrease or discontinuation of corticosteroids, which is called retrosteroid panniculitis. What are the characteristics of post steroid panniculitis? Next, I'll tell you something.

What are the characteristics of post steroid panniculitis?

This disease is rare and most of the patients are children. Nodules appeared about 1-30 days after drug withdrawal, mostly in the cheek, neck, upper limbs, trunk, buttocks and other skin, varying in size, about 0.4-4cm in diameter, hard activity, mild tenderness, normal or slightly red skin surface color, no ulceration.

Generally no systemic symptoms. After a few weeks or months, the nodule can subside without scar. The nodule can also subside in a short period of time after the dosage of hormone or the use of hormone again after withdrawal.

The disease can subside naturally after 2-3 months, so it does not need special treatment. If patients use corticosteroids again, sudden reduction should be avoided. Remove the infection focus, pay attention to health, strengthen physical exercise, improve the autoimmune function.

matters needing attention

In daily life, eat more fruits and vegetables, keep optimistic mood, pay attention not to fatigue, pay attention to the recovery of the body, in addition, if there are any symptoms should go to the hospital for examination, and corresponding treatment, these are to actively do.