Perioral dermatitis is an inflammatory disease that occurs around the oral cavity and is clinically prevalent in middle-aged women. As the site is the face, it affects the patient’s image, and because perioral dermatitis has a burning sensation, it can bring a series of effects to the patient and requires active treatment. 1. What does perioral dermatitis look like? The perioral dermatitis can be seen as scattered, red or skin-colored papules and pustules of 1 to 3 mm in diameter on both sides of the perioral lip red edge, often accompanied by scales, occasionally seen in clusters or patches, a few rashes may appear around the nose and unilateral under-eye cheek areas. Some patients may develop a rash around the eyes and between the eyebrows. Persistent erythema may appear in the nasolabial folds, sometimes progressing to the perioral area and jaw. There will be a high degree of dry flaking around the mouth and lips. 2. Why do I get perioral dermatitis? There are many causes of perioral dermatitis. Possible causes are Candida, mite worms, fluoride toothpaste, and fluoride hormones. The prolonged use of topical corticosteroids can cause an acute attack of perioral dermatitis. 3.Who is prone to perioral dermatitis? Middle-aged women and children are prone to perioral dermatitis. It may be related to the fact that middle-aged women like to use cosmetics and lip moisturizing substances, and some women use drugs containing hormones when treating facial diseases can also cause perioral dermatitis. Some patients are allergic to toothpaste containing fluoride causing perioral dermatitis. The actual fact is that you will be able to get a lot more than just a few of the most popular and most popular items. The first thing you need to do is to stop using any allergic substances or medications related to perioral dermatitis, such as fluoride toothpaste and hormonal medications. The actual fact is that you can use Chinese herbal medicine for treatment, commonly used for clearing heat and detoxifying Chinese medicine, the clinical effect is quite good. 5.How to take care of perioral dermatitis? If you have perioral dermatitis, you should pay attention to good care, if your perioral area is dry with burning sensation, do not use hormonal drugs for external use, you can use some non-hormonal moisturisers, such as silicone cream to apply to the affected area. Do not pick the affected area with your hands to avoid scarring. Also change the toothpaste you use and use a fluoride free toothpaste.