Zinc Responsive Dermatitis
- Seborrheic Dermatitis (Seborrhea)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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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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