Caring for a child with perioral dermatitis

Handouts from the Society for Pediatric Dermatology

• What is perioral dermatitis?

• What causes perioral dermatitis?

• Perioral dermatitis facts

• How is perioral dermatitis diagnosed?

• How is perioral dermatitis treated?

• What should be expected after treatment?

American Academy of Dermatology resources

• For adults: Red rash around your mouth could be perioral dermatitis

• On adult skin: Is that stubborn acne really acne?

• For kids and adults: 10 reasons your face is red

If you are a parent or guardian of a child with a dermatologic condition, the American Academy of Dermatology, in partnership with The Society for Pediatric Dermatology, offers a wealth of resources.