Neonatal seborrhoeic dermatitis: Difference between revisions
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#Atopic dermatitis | |||
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Revision as of 22:50, 11 June 2012
Background
- Starts between 2-6wk of life; improves by 6 months
Diagnosis
- Greasy yellow-red scales
- Proclivity for scalp (cradlecap), but may find around ears, cheeks, neck
- Not pruritic
DDX
- Atopic dermatitis
- Tinea capitis
- Psoriasis
- Neonatal Rashes
Management
- Salicylic acid shampoo (Sebulex) OR
- Application of mineral oil followed by washing and removal of scales w/ comb