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Is there a definitive cure for seborrheic dermatitis? i'm sick of head and shoulders shampoo and being scared of a flare up.
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Seborrhoic dermatiti: Since seborrhoic dermatitis is caused by a fungus you can obtain an antifungal shampoo, nizoral1 percent over the counter.
Answered 10/6/2013
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Seborrheic dermatiti: Best thing to do is see a good dermatologist and get on a preventive and treatment program.
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