This image displays acne-like red bumps around the mouth typical of perioral dermatitis. Tiny bumps and pus-filled lesions around the mouth are typical of perioral dermatitis. This image displays a child with pus-filled lesions around the mouth typical of perioral dermatitis. Perioral dermatitis can affect the eyelids as well as the skin around the mouth.
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Perioral Dermatitis (Pediatric)  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Picture of Perioral Dermatitis (Pediatric): This image displays acne-like red bumps around the mouth typical of perioral dermatitis. Divider line
This image displays acne-like red bumps around the mouth typical of perioral dermatitis.
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Overview
Perioral dermatitis is an acne-like problem commonly seen around the mouth in children.
  • Children are otherwise well, but they develop small pink bumps around the mouth and sometimes around the nose and eyes.
  • The rash may be mildly itchy (pruritic) and it may come and go (wax and wane) over time.
  • Using a topical steroid may trigger perioral dermatitis.
  • Fluorinated dental care products and skin products containing petrolatum, paraffin, or isopropyl myristate may also trigger the condition.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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