Coconut Oil Dermatitis
- Seborrheic Dermatitis (Seborrhea)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
- More Info
Prevention
Because doctors do not know what causes seborrhea, there is no way to prevent it. However, symptoms can be controlled with effective treatment.
Treatment
If you have an infant with cradle cap, your doctor may suggest applying baby oil to soften the scale, followed by shampooing with a mild baby shampoo to gently remove the scale. If this doesn't help, your doctor may recommend an anti-seborrhea shampoo. For skin areas outside the scalp, your doctor may prescribe hydrocortisone or an...
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From Our Sources
Seborrheic dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Seborrheic dermatitis is a common, inflammatory skin condition that causesflaky,white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas such as the scalp or... Read more »
Contact dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating substance.See also: Poison ivy - oak - sumacAlternative... Read more »
Ezcema
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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