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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrhoeic dermatitis is a chronic skin disease affecting the scalp and face. It is seen as yellow-white dandruff on the scalp and rashes on the face affecting the eyebrows, nose and nose edges. It can also be seen inside the ears, between the breasts and in the armpits. The disease can affect the appearance of the person and can be activated during stressful periods. Although the cause of seborrhoeic dermatitis is not known exactly, structural factors and the fungal microbe called Malassezia are among the suspected causes. Various topical and systemic treatments are available for the treatment of this disease. Skin care products can also help relieve patients.
What is Seborrhoeic Dermatitis (Oily Eczema)?
Seborrhoeic dermatitis, also known as oily eczema, is a chronic skin disease affecting the scalp and face. It manifests itself with oily and crusted rashes seen in areas where skin oiling is intense, especially in areas such as the scalp and face. On the scalp, seborrhoeic dermatitis is seen as yellow-white dandruff and on the face as rashes affecting the eyebrows, nose and the sides of the nose. It can also be seen inside the ears, between the breasts and in the armpits. Seborrhoeic eczema can affect a person's appearance and can be activated during stressful periods.
What are the Symptoms of Seborrheic Dermatitis?
Symptoms of seborrhoeic dermatitis may vary from person to person. The most common symptoms of seborrhoeic eczema are as follows: Dandruff on the scalp, eyebrows or beard. Yellow or white crusting and scaly rash on the scalp, behind the ears, face, armpits and chest. Redness of the skin. Itching and burning. Symptoms seen in patients with seborrhoeic dermatitis tend to be exacerbated in situations such as stress, seasonal transition, cold and dry weather. Seborrhoeic dermatitis can lead to the development of a condition characterised by yellow-brown scaling of the scalp, especially in infants. While most babies are free of this problem by the age of one year, in some babies this problem may continue until adolescence.
What are the Causes of Seborrheic Dermatitis?
The cause of seborrhoeic dermatitis is not known exactly, but structural factors and the fungal microbe called Malassezia are among the suspected causes. This fungus, which is normally found in healthy skin, can cause skin problems in oily skin or when the immune system is weakened. Other factors thought to play a role in the development of seborrhoeic dermatitis include impaired immune response (immunosuppression), Parkinson's disease, facial paralysis and zinc, niacin and pyridoxine deficiencies. Risk factors for seborrhoeic dermatitis include AIDS, some types of cancer and weakening of the immune system with the use of immunosuppressive drugs, serious medical conditions such as heart attack, stroke, psychiatric and neurological diseases such as Parkinson's disease, depression and certain medications. Seborrhoeic dermatitis is especially common in infants and adults aged 20-50 years, and is more common in men than in women. In addition, individuals with oily skin type are also at high risk of seborrhoeic dermatitis.
How to Treat Seborrheic Dermatitis?
Various topical and systemic treatments are available for the treatment of seborrhoeic dermatitis. Skin care products can also help relieve patients with seborrhoeic eczema, also known as oily eczema. Medical shampoos, creams and lotions are mainly used in the treatment of seborrhoeic dermatitis. These can help relieve symptoms by controlling skin oiliness and reducing inflammation. In addition, various methods that the patient can apply at home can also help relieve the symptoms of the disease. These include reducing stress, eating a healthy diet, paying attention to sleep patterns and following proper hygienic practices. The treatment plan is usually individually tailored depending on the patient's symptoms, skin type and severity of the disease. It is important to regularly adhere to the treatment plan agreed with the patient's doctor.