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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References


Bolognia, Jean L., ed. Dermatology, pp.227, 239, 253-256. New York: Mosby, 2003.

Freedberg, Irwin M., ed. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 6th ed. pp.697-698. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003.

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