In perioral (around the mouth) dermatitis, bumps can extend onto the cheeks. In perioral dermatitis, small raised bumps can merge together to form larger red, elevated lesions. This image displays an affected eye region typical to perioral dermatitis. Pink or red elevations of the skin occur near and around the mouth in perioral dermatitis. This image displays numerous tiny, pus-filled lesions around the mouth and nose. This image displays small pink-brown bumps and pus-filled lesions around the mouth typical of dermatitis.
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In perioral (around the mouth) dermatitis, bumps can extend onto the cheeks.
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Signs and Symptoms
Small red bumps or tiny pus-filled lesions appear around the mouth, often with a clear area between the lip area and the rash. The bumps may also occur near the eyes and nose. Sometimes there may also by dry or flaky skin in these areas.
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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