What are the dangers of using creams containing hormones

The hazards of using hormone-containing ointments include increased skin sensitivity, dry skin, skin irritation reactions, and hyperadrenocorticism. 1. Increased skin sensitivity: long-term use of hormone creams leads to thinning of the stratum corneum, so that the skin barrier is damaged, and it is easy to form sensitive skin, so that the skin sensitivity is increased, and allergies are easy to occur. Often manifested as itchy and red skin after encountering hot and cold stimuli. 2. Dry skin: in the hormone can make the collagen in the skin to reduce, reduce the effect of water locking, easy to appear dry, even flaking and other symptoms. 3. Skin irritation reaction: frequent use of hormone ointment can lead to skin irritation reaction, such as perioral dermatitis, folliculitis, skin pigmentation, skin atrophy. Used in skin ulcers, it will increase the susceptibility of fungi and bacteria. The use of hormonal creams usually has a faster effect, but they have more adverse reactions, and their use requires clear indications. At the same time, can not ignore the hormone cream through the skin absorption caused by systemic hazards, such as osteoporosis, corticosteroid signs, peptic ulcers, etc., should consult a physician or pharmacist before use.