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Seborrheic Eczema : Treatments

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Treatments could include:
You can treat flaking and dryness with over-the-counter dandruff or medicated shampoos. Shampoo the hair vigorously and frequently (preferably daily. Loosen scales with the fingers, scrub for at least 5 minutes, and rinse thoroughly. Active ingred...
Source:ADAM
Date:July 18, 2007
Treatment consists of vigorous shampoos with preparations that assist with softening and removing the scaly accumulations. For mild cases, a non-prescription shampoo with selenium sulfide or zinc pyrithione may be used. For more severe problems, t...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Frequent washing of the scalp with a mild baby shampoo followed by brushing with a soft brush to remove scales usually clears up cradle cap. In stubborn cases, a special shampoo containing sulfur and salicylic acid can be used. This treatment shou...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Alternative treatments for dandruff include nutritional therapy, herbal therapy and relaxation therapy.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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