treatment for sebhoraic dermatitis

[mjpoly]

I wonder if anyone knows the cause of sebhoraic dermatitis; is there any way to prevent it; how to treat?????

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Soaps and detergents such as sodium laureate sulfate may precipitate a flare-up, as they strip moisture from the top layers of the skin, and the drying property of these can cause flare-ups and may worsen the condition. Accordingly a suitable alternative should be used instead.

Among dermatologist recommended treatments are shampoos containing coal tar, ciclopiroxolamine, ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, or zinc pyrithione. For severe disease, keratolytics such as salicylic acid or coal tar preparations may be used to remove dense scale. Topical terbinafine solution (1%) has also been shown to be effective in the treatment of scalp seborrhoea,as may lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids or corticosteroids (such as fluocinolone acetonide). Pimecrolimus topical lotion is also sometimes prescribed.

It would be advisable to consult a skin specialist for his symptoms and a proper clinical examination if the symptoms persist.

Let us know if you need any other information and post us on how you are doing.

Regards.

[Crissy520]

I also have it, I have it around my ankles and calves. It enflames due to stress. I know this from seeing a dermatologist. That is your best bet, they will more than likely give you a cream depending on how severe it is, and also tell you to use lotions. But do not use calamine lotion, it makes it worse, it dries it out, and don't scratch it either, it could get infected. Use lotions without any scent. I like to use CeraVe, and cutemol. they both work nicely. I use cutemol when I wake up and its bothering me in the middle of the night. Also wash your sheets when it acts up again, thats what I do and it helps calm it down a little. Hope this helps, but you should really see a dermatologist.