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Steroid rosacea

Steroid rosacea is when your face gets red and irritated because of using too much medicated cream on your skin that has steroids in it.

Steroids are like special medicine that can help your skin feel better when it's hurt or swollen. But if you use too much, your skin can get used to it and then stop working so well.

This can happen if you use the cream for a long time or if you use a strong steroid cream. When this happens, your skin can become red, puffy, and have little bumps on it that look like acne.

It's important to listen to your doctor or pharmacist and only use the cream as directed. If you notice your skin getting worse, tell your grown-up right away, so they can help you stop using it and find a new way to make your skin feel better.
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