Answer
Systemic corticosteroids can increase susceptibility to infection and make its signs less obvious. Topical hydrocortisone can worsen an untreated skin infection.
Sources for this answer
- Hydrocortisone 5mg Dispersible Tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- Hydrocortisone 2.5% Ointment / Efcortelan Ointment 2.5% — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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