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Soreness in the areas most affected by seborrheic dermatitis. what could i do/apply? any management suggestions?

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Dr. Heather Pickett answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Oil : Can gently massage areas with mineral/coconut/olive oil that is wanted up

Answered 10/31/2014

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