The skin affected by seborrheic dermatitis looks red, swollen and covered by white or yellowish crusts. It usually appears on the face, sides of the nose, eyebrows, ears, eyelids and chest.

This is a type of seborrheic dermatitis that develops on the baby’s scalp. Cradle cap usually goes away on its own within a few months. Cradle cap is harmless, but could be annoying.

No, seborrheic dermatitis is not contagious.

Unfortunately we do not have any treatment to cure se seborrheic dermatitis. This condition can come and go for many years. Flare-ups are common when the weather turns cold and dry, or they could be related to stress. Treatment can reduce flare-ups and bring relief.

Many factors work together to cause seborrheic dermatitis. These factors may include the yeast that normally lives on our skin, our genes, living in a cold and dry climate, stress, and a person’s overall health.