It is all the fault of working overtime!

The area around the mouth is painful and itchy, what is happening

Xiao Min is 28 years old and works at a private company. She is usually quite busy with work and experiences significant stress. Unless an illness is too urgent or unbearable, Xiao Min will not easily take time off to visit the hospital.

Xiaomin has had chronic gastritis since college. Not only does she suffer from stomach discomfort, but her facial skin has also developed some issues.The skin around the chin, lips, and both sides of the nose is red and itchy. I have used some steroid ointment myself, but the condition keeps recurring.。

Xiaomin finally found time to go to the hospital, first visiting the gastroenterology department for stomach issues, undergoing a gastroscopy, and being tested for Helicobacter pylori.

The result isChronic Gastritisand is also accompanied by Helicobacter pylori infection.

Then I went to the dermatology department to have my face examined. After careful inquiry and observation, I told Xiaomin that this is a condition calledPerioral Dermatitisskin issues, and they are likely related to stomach problems!

Perioral dermatitis tends to affect young women.

Perioral dermatitis commonly occurs inWomen in their twenties and thirtiesThe skin on the upper lip, chin, and the areas from the nose to the corners of the mouth is prone to inflammatory reactions: redness, warmth, itching, and in severe cases, small pustules may appear, along with flaking of white skin.

Perioral dermatitis affects the skin in an area resembling the region covered by a mask, also known asMask AreaHowever, the skin within a 5mm range at the lip border is normal.

Perioral dermatitis is not rosacea.

Perioral dermatitis and rosacea have somewhat similar manifestations, butThey are two different thingsThis disease。

The difference is:

RosaceaThe main manifestations include telangiectasia, excessive sebum secretion, and Demodex infection. If not properly treated, it may progressively develop into rhinophyma.

Perioral DermatitisThe etiology is highly complex and prone to recurrent episodes.

(1) Long-term sun exposure, preference for hot and spicy foods, high mental stress, history of rhinitis, and Helicobacter pylori infection are all triggers or causes of perioral dermatitis.

(2) Long-term useFluoride-containing toothpaste or ointmentIt is also related to the occurrence of perioral dermatitis.

(3) Studies have shown that the Helicobacter pylori infection rate in patients with perioral dermatitis is as high asApproximately 80%。

Helicobacter pylori is a common infectious bacterium in gastrointestinal diseases such as gastritis, gastric ulcers, and duodenal ulcers. Therefore, patients with perioral dermatitis often haveAbdominal pain, diarrhea, abdominal distension, and other gastrointestinal symptoms状。

How to prevent and treat perioral dermatitis

A.First, it is necessary to remove the triggering factors.Actively treat other related conditions: treat rhinitis, sinusitis, atopic dermatitis, stomach diseases, etc., and eliminate Helicobacter pylori infection, which greatly aids in the treatment of perioral dermatitis. Check the toothpaste used at home; if it contains fluoride, it is best to switch to a different one.

B.Develop good lifestyle habitsMinimize sun exposure, avoid stimulating the skin with hot or cold water, and reduce consumption of spicy and irritating foods.

C.Relieve mental stressbecause a good mindset and a relaxed mood are the best medicine for all kinds of diseases. This condition is no exception.

D.Apply moisturizing cream externallyTopical corticosteroid ointments are not recommended; non-steroidal calcineurin inhibitors such as Protopic or Elidel cream may be used for treatment.

Xiaomin never expected that the skin condition on her face was actually related to her stomach issues and toothpaste, so she needs to be more careful now.！

Health is the foundation of all endeavors. Even when work is busy and exhausting, it is essential to prioritize physical well-being, maintain a cheerful mood, and avoid excessive stress.