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What can i use for facial seborrehic dermatitis? i don't want to use too much cortisone as prescribed. is essential oil okay?

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Seborrheic dermatiti: Cortisone is not the only treatment option. Anti-fungal medication ketoconazole (nizoral) may be used for this condition. Essential oil, unfortunately, is not something known to work, although, it won't probably hurt to try.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 6/26/2014

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