Neonatal seborrhoeic dermatitis
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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
Management
- Salicylic acid shampoo (Sebulex) OR
- Application of mineral oil followed by washing and removal of scales w/ comb