Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
Seborrhoeic dermatitis is a common, chronic skin condition that causes red, flaky, greasy patches and stubborn dandruff, usually on the scalp, face (around the nose and eyebrows), ears, and chest.
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About
Seborrhoeic dermatitis is a common, chronic skin condition that causes red, flaky, greasy patches and stubborn dandruff, usually on the scalp, face (around the nose and eyebrows), ears, and chest. It is linked to an overgrowth of Malassezia yeast on oily skin and tends to flare and settle over time.
What it feels like
Flaky white or yellowish scales
Red, greasy-looking skin
Itching or burning
Patches on the scalp, face, ears, or chest
Recurring flare-ups
When to get help
See a doctor if patches are severe, spreading, painful, weeping or crusting, or not responding to over-the-counter antifungal shampoos and creams.
What it feels like
Flaky white or yellowish scales
Red, greasy-looking skin
Itching or burning
Patches on the scalp, face, ears, or chest
Recurring flare-ups
When to get help
See a doctor if patches are severe, spreading, painful, weeping or crusting, or not responding to over-the-counter antifungal shampoos and creams.
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