(L21.1) Seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis
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Diagnosis seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis is diagnosed Men are 5.54% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis - Men and Women aged 0
Disease Features seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis
Seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the skin
- Evaluation of the medical history
- Skin scraping for microscopic examination
- Skin biopsy
- Culture of skin tissue
- Blood tests
- Allergy testing
- Patch testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Keep the affected area clean and dry.
- Avoid irritants such as soaps, lotions, and perfumes.
- Apply a mild moisturizer to the affected area regularly.
- Use a medicated shampoo to reduce the inflammation and itching.
- Use a topical corticosteroid cream or ointment to reduce redness and itching.
- Take antihistamines to reduce itching and inflammation.
- Avoid scratching the affected area.
- Apply a cool compress to the affected area to reduce itching and inflammation.
Seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease seborrhoeic infantile dermatitis
Itching
(Irritation, Scratching, Tickling, Crawling, Burning, Prickling, Tingling, Stabbing, Throbbing)
Itching is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically presents as an uncomfortable sensation that compels the affected person to scratch the affected area. Itching can develop gradually or suddenly and can be localized or generalized. It can be caused by a variety of condition...
Crusts
(Scabs, Scales, Incrustations, Patches, Coatings, Flakes, Crustiness, Encrustations, Crusting, Crustaceans)
Crusts are a type of lesion or wound that develops when a layer of skin becomes dry, thickened and cracked. They are often yellowish-brown in color, and can be itchy or painful. They can develop from a variety of causes, such as eczema, psoriasis, fungal infections, or contact dermatitis. They can m...
Skin redness
(Rash, Erythema, Flushing, Inflammation, Blotchiness, Itching, Burning, Irritation, Discoloration, Tenderness)
Skin redness is a common symptom of many medical conditions. It can range from a mild pink flush on the cheeks to a deep red rash across the body. It is often accompanied by itching, burning, and swelling. It can develop quickly or over time, and can be triggered by a variety of factors such as alle...
Peeling skin
Peeling skin is a symptom of a variety of skin conditions, often characterized by redness, flaking, and dryness. It can occur in patches or over the entire body. It develops due to a disruption of the skin's protective barrier, which can be caused by environmental factors, such as sun exposure, or u...