Question 1

can using a tanning bed maybe help seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Tanning bed: Tanning is not a recommended treatment for seborrea. In short, while it may help non hair-bearing areas, there are many other safer, more effective treatments available. For this reason, it is not a recommended treatment.

Question 2

have seborrheic dermatitis on crown of my head. used rx ketoconazole 3x/wk x 2 weeks & its still there. need more time? any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Better?: More time if getting better.However if not improving then see your provider and if they do not know what to do ask for referral to Dermatology

Question 3

how can i treat seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Several ways: Scalp would use dandruff shampoos, rotating with nizeral/headnshoulders/tgel/tsal. Leave on 10-15 min before entering shower. Once controlled usa as reg shampoo. For face use baby shampoo or nizeral shampoo to wash and 2-3 x a week otc Hydrocortisone (not every day) should that not work see a dermatologist.

Question 4

i need help to treat seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Use Cortisone: Seborrheic dermatitis is hard to treat and requires an accurate diagnosis before treatment can be successful. Many GP's are experienced to diagnose it but if there is a doubt, referral to a dermatologist can be helpful. It would help determine the type and strength of steroid preparation which would work in your case.

Question 5

what are simple ways to treat seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: Seborrheic dermatitis a common, harmless, scaling rash affecting the face, scalp and other areas. It occurs most often where the skin is oily. Although it can be very persistent, treatment with regular use of antifungal agents and intermittent use of topical steroids can keep it under control. 
See a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment.

Question 6

how to remove the scales from seborrheic dermatitis?

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SEBORRHEIC DERMATITI: Rx to remove scales from seborrheic dermatitis are:  tar shampoo, 2 percent salicylic acid in olive oil, corticosteriod lotion,  2 percent Ketoconazole Cream or Nizoral (ketoconazole) shampoo used daily until dandruff is controlled, twice a week thereafter.

Question 7

how can your permanently treat seborrheic dermatitis?

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SEBORRHEIC DERMATITI: Rx to remove scales from seborrheic dermatitis are:  tar shampoo, 2 percent salicylic acid in olive oil, corticosteriod lotion,  2 percent Ketoconazole Cream or Nizoral (ketoconazole) shampoo used daily until dandruff is controlled, twice a week thereafter.

Question 8

how did i get seborrheic dermatitis? it's not in my family

Accepted Answer

Seborrheic derm: The cause of seb derm is not known.  Most people get seborrheic dermatitis to some extent.  It is thought to be related to overgrowth of a yeast in hair follicles, called malassezia furfur.  That is why we use antifungal shampoos to help control it.  Seborrheic dermatitis flares commonly with season changes and stress.  Severe seb derm needs to be evaluated for certain systemic conditions.

Question 9

how can i treat the itchy symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Shampoos or lotions: Several ways to treat seborrheic dermatitis.  On the scalp, prescription shampoos can be used such as ketoconazole or clobetasol shampoo.  Topical corticosteroids or anti-inflammatory medications can control the redness or scaling symptoms.  Over the counter shampoos can be helpful in mild cases that contain selenium sulfide or zinc pyrithione.

Question 10

how do i know if i have folliculitis or seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff: Folliculitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the hair follicles. It appears as a small localized area of pus surrounding the opening of a hair follicle. Dandruff -- those dry, white flakes of skin you brush off your collar or shoulders. Skin cells that grow and die off too fast are the problem with dandruff.

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