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==Background==
==Background==
*Starts between 2-6wk of life; improves by 6 months
*Starts between 2-6wk of life; improves by 6 months
*Malassezia furfur, non-contagious fungus


[[File:Seborrheic dermatitis child.jpg|200px|thumb]]
[[File:Seborrheic dermatitis child.jpg|200px|thumb]]

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Background

  • Starts between 2-6wk of life; improves by 6 months
  • Malassezia furfur, non-contagious fungus
Seborrheic dermatitis child.jpg

Diagnosis

  • Greasy yellow-red scales
  • Proclivity for scalp (cradlecap), but may find around ears, cheeks, neck
  • Not pruritic

Differential Diagnosis

Neonatal Rashes

Management

  • Salicylic acid shampoo (Sebulex) OR
  • Application of mineral oil followed by washing and removal of scales w/ comb

See Also

Neonatal Rashes