A grayish-yellow crusting condition that may appear in infants as a result of inadequate cleansing.
A yellow deposit on the scalp of babies, caused by seborrhoea.
Harmless, waxy, yellowish scales that develop on the scalp and forehead of infants, generally in their first year, a benign kind of skin disorder that is related to the adult condition seborrhea. Though it does not result from poor hygiene, washing with mild soap and water may help, perhaps after putting mineral oil on the scalp; if not, or if the area is inflamed, a doctor should be consulted.
Common dermatitis of infants, characterized by thick, yellow, greasy scales on the scalp. Treatment is by oils and ointments to soften the scalp and by frequent shampoos.
A condition in babies in which thick, yellow scales form in patches over the scalp. A form of seborrheic dermatitis, cradle cap is common during the first 3 months of life but infrequent after 1 year of age. Cradle cap usually resolves on its own with-out any special treatment by age 12 months. Remedies include using over-the-counter medicated shampoos, massaging mineral oil into the scalp, and using a soft toothbrush to remove scales.
Crusta lactea, or cradle cap as it is technically known, is a form of seborrhoea of the scalp which is not uncommon in nursing infants. It usually responds to a daily shampoo with cetrimide solution. Warm olive oil gently massaged into the scalp and left overnight, after which the scales can be washed off, also helps with the condition.
Seborrheic dermatitis of the newborn, usually appearing on the scalp, face, and head. Thick, yellowish, crusted lesions develop on the scalp, and scaling, papules, or Assuring appears behind the ears and on the face.
Cradle cap, a common skin condition predominantly observed in infants aged between 3 and 9 months, manifests as the presence of thick, yellowish scales in localized patches on the scalp. This condition, which falls under the category of seborrheic dermatitis, can also manifest on the face, neck, behind the ears, and in the nappy area. Although the exact cause of cradle cap remains unclear, it is important to note that the condition is not attributable to inadequate hygiene practices.
Cradle cap poses no significant harm as long as the skin remains uninfected. Treatment typically involves regular use of a gentle shampoo on a daily basis. Another approach involves the application of warm olive oil to the baby’s scalp, allowing it to remain overnight to facilitate the loosening and softening of the scales. The following day, the scales can be washed away. In cases where the skin becomes inflamed, a mild ointment containing both an antifungal drug and a corticosteroid drug may be prescribed to alleviate the inflammation.