Complications

Complication
Timeframe
Likelihood
variable
low

Although PR usually heals without scarring, pigmentary alteration in severe cases or in patients with dark skin colour has been reported.[22]

variable
low

Topical corticosteroids can cause pigmentary alteration, skin atrophy, telangiectasia, or systemic absorption leading to adrenal insufficiency and cushingoid features.

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