{"id":1790,"date":"2024-10-23T16:38:04","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T13:38:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/?p=1790"},"modified":"2025-07-17T13:09:36","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T10:09:36","slug":"diagnosis-and-treatment-of-seborrheic-eczema","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-seborrheic-eczema\/","title":{"rendered":"Diagnosis and Treatment of Seborrheic Eczema"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-seborrheic-eczema\/#Diagnosis_and_Treatment_of_Seborrheic_Eczema_Dandruff_and_Crusting\" title=\"Diagnosis and Treatment of Seborrheic Eczema (Dandruff and Crusting)\">Diagnosis and Treatment of Seborrheic Eczema (Dandruff and Crusting)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-seborrheic-eczema\/#Causes_and_Risk_Factors_of_Seborrheic_Dermatitis\" title=\"Causes and Risk Factors of Seborrheic Dermatitis\">Causes and Risk Factors of Seborrheic Dermatitis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-seborrheic-eczema\/#Treatment_Methods_for_Seborrheic_Dermatitis\" title=\"Treatment Methods for Seborrheic Dermatitis\">Treatment Methods for Seborrheic Dermatitis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_and_Treatment_of_Seborrheic_Eczema_Dandruff_and_Crusting\"><\/span>Diagnosis and Treatment of Seborrheic Eczema (Dandruff and Crusting)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Seborrheic Dermatitis is a chronic and recurrent skin condition that occurs in areas with a high density of sebaceous glands. It is characterized by dandruff, redness, itching, and crusting of the skin. The scalp, sides of the nose, behind the ears, eyebrows, and chest are common areas affected. It is more prevalent in individuals with oily skin types.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_and_Risk_Factors_of_Seborrheic_Dermatitis\"><\/span>Causes and Risk Factors of Seborrheic Dermatitis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Genetic Predisposition: Individuals with a family history of seborrheic dermatitis are more likely to develop the condition.<\/li>\n<li>Sensitivity to Skin Fungi: The proliferation of fungi called <em>Malassezia<\/em> plays a role in the development of the disease.<\/li>\n<li>Stress and Psychological Factors: Stress can trigger flare-ups.<\/li>\n<li>Seasonal Changes: Cold weather and lack of humidity can increase symptoms.<\/li>\n<li>Immune System Issues: Conditions like HIV and Parkinson\u2019s disease can exacerbate the severity of seborrheic dermatitis.<\/li>\n<li>Hormonal Imbalances: Overactive sebaceous glands can trigger the disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dandruff and Scaling: White or yellowish flakes are common on the scalp, eyebrows, and sides of the nose.<\/li>\n<li>Redness of the Skin: Mild redness may appear in affected areas.<\/li>\n<li>Oily Crusting: Oily and crusty formations, especially at the base of the hair, may develop.<\/li>\n<li>Itching: Scratching can cause irritation and lead to infections.<\/li>\n<li>Flare-ups and Calm Periods: Symptoms may worsen at times and improve during other periods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Diagnosis Methods<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clinical Examination: A dermatologist diagnoses the condition by examining the spread and shape of the symptoms.<\/li>\n<li>Dermatoscopy: Detailed examination of the scalp.<\/li>\n<li>Fungal Tests: Used to confirm an increase in <em>Malassezia<\/em> fungi.<\/li>\n<li>Blood Tests: To investigate underlying conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_Methods_for_Seborrheic_Dermatitis\"><\/span>Treatment Methods for Seborrheic Dermatitis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>1. Topical Treatment (Shampoos and Creams)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shampoos containing Ketoconazole: Effective against <em>Malassezia<\/em> fungi.<\/li>\n<li>Zinc Pyrithione and Selenium Sulfide: Reduce dandruff and inhibit fungal growth.<\/li>\n<li>Shampoos containing Salicylic Acid: Speed up the shedding of dead skin cells.<\/li>\n<li>Steroid Creams (Topical Corticosteroids): Used to reduce redness and itching (short-term use).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. Immune-Modulating Creams<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pimecrolimus or Tacrolimus: Preferred to avoid the side effects of corticosteroids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3. Oral Antifungal Medications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In severe cases, oral antifungal medications may be prescribed under doctor supervision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For detailed information and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/contact\/\">your questions<\/a>, you can contact us via <a href=\"mailto:info@esteperapoliklinik.com\">E-mail<\/a>. 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