Seborrheic Dermatitis or Cradle Cap

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My 5 months old little boy has had enlarged lymph nodes on the back of his head and behind his ear since he was one month old. He has been on antibiotics several times. His PCP said it was because of his craddle cap. Is there anything you know of to get rid of the craddle cap. Thanks.
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Seborrheic dermatitis or cradle cap is a non-infectious skin condition and is a form of eczema that's very common in infants, usually beginning in the first weeks of life and slowly disappearing over a period of weeks or months. Unlike atopic or contact eczema, it's rarely uncomfortable or itchy. Wash the hair (with a mild baby shampoo) more frequently than before. This, along with soft brushing, will help remove the scales. Stronger medicated shampoos (antiseborrhea shampoos containing sulfur and 2 percent salicylic acid) may loosen the scales more quickly, but since they also can be irritating. Back to All Questions

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