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Seborrheic Dermatitis

All about seborrheic dermatitis - also known as dandruff

What is Seborrheic Dermatitis?

Seb Derm is a chronic disorder that causes redness and flaking on the face and in the hairline. Find out more about treatments that don't require a prescription from your About Dermatology Guide.

Top 7 Shampoos for Seborrhea

Shampoos containing selenium sulfide, pyrithione zinc, salicylic acid, or coal tar are used to treat seborrheic dermatitis. Some of these can only be obtained with a prescription. My top picks of over-the-counter shampoos are given here.

Seborrhea and AIDS

Seborrheic dermatitis is a common condition that affects 3% of the population. The majority of people infected with HIV develop seborrheic dermatitis. Find out more about the relationship between seborrhea and AIDS.

Cradle Cap

All about cradle cap from your About Guide on Parenting.

Babies With Cradle Cap

This article from the American Academy of Pediatrics explains what cradle cap is and how it can be treated.

About Seb Derm

This is a great site with loads of facts about Seborrheic Dermatitis

Basic Facts

This information sheet from your Family Doctor about seborrheic dermatitis and how to treat it.

Basic Seb Derm

This site gives a good short overview of seborrheic dermatitis.

Seborrheic Dermatitis Explained

This site gives some good background on seborrheic dermatitis.

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