Question 1

what shampoo is good  for seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Selenium: Shampoos containing selenium sulfide.  You can get generic selenium sulfide shampoo at the pharmacy.

Question 2

any best multivitamin brand which is good for seborrheic dermatitis and candida overgrowth ??

Accepted Answer

None: There are no vitamins which will help with Seborrhic  Dermatitis and candida infection. Both of these conditions need to me treated with anti fungal meds. Seborrhic  Dermatitis with Shampoo and candida with Anti fungal meds locally or by mouth or for invasive disease  IV

Question 3

i shave with a eletric razor and i have seborrheic dermatitis...good ideia? any tips?

Accepted Answer

Where?: Where is the seborrheic dermatitis? How controlled? Electric razor best if used on dry skin. Most efficient on short whiskers, so best strategy is to shave VERY GENTLY TWICE A DAY. Shaving more frequently means it is easier, faster, less irritating. Avoid pressing it, avoid going over and over. Do not try for a perfect shave or a close shave.

Question 4

started using nizoral (ketoconazole) 2% last week per dr.'s orders. they say twice a week use is good. i've not noticed any change in my seborrheic dermatitis flakes?

Accepted Answer

NIzoral (ketoconazole) Cream: Is for fungal or yeast infections. If you do not have these problems it will not be effective.

Question 5

i used topical ketoconozol on my face for seborrheic dermatitis, and i was pretty good about washing my hands after use, how ever, if very small amounts possibly entered my system through unintentional ingestion, did the medication cause any harm?

Accepted Answer

: Ingestion of a tiny amount of topical ketoconazole should not cause any harm

Question 6

my doctor told me that i have seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis on my scalp. i'm sick of using steroids for it. is there any cure for good?

Accepted Answer

See dermatology: There many possible therapies. A dermatologist can better direct your therapy.

Question 7

good morning doctors! a dermatology question. is it safe to use nolix for seborrheic dermatitis on your face, by the lobes of the nose and behind the ears?

Accepted Answer

Nolix: Nolix is a medium strength corticosteroid cream or ointment, and as such is to be used on the face only if your physician or dermatologist recommends it. Otherwise try a mild nonprescription corticosteroid product that your pharmacist can recommend. You can also try coconut oil or aloe vera gel for your seborrheic dermatitis.

Question 8

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 9

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 10

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.

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