Seborrheic Dermatitis Treatment & Management

DTAP Clinic (Caring & Treating Since 2005)

The exact cause of seborrheic dermatitis is unknown. It may be related to overgrowth of a yeast known as Malassezia on the skin and the irregular response of the immune system.

What is Seborrheic Dermatitis?

Seborrheic dermatitis is a red scaly rash that commonly affects the scalp and other oil producing areas of the body like the face, sides of nose, eyebrows, ears, eyelids and chest. It is also called seborrheic eczema.

Signs You Have Seborrheic Dermatitis.

Skin flakes on your hair, scalp, eyebrows, beard or moustache.
Patches of red and greasy skin with white or yellow scales on your scalp, face, sides of nose, eyebrows, ears, eyelids, chest, armpits, groin area or under the breast.
May sometimes be itchy.

In babies, it can cause crusty and scaly patches on the scalp known as cradle cap

Causes & Triggers

Stress
Cold, dry weather
Hormonal changes
Harsh soap, detergents, or certain hair or skin products
Medications such as psolaren, lithium and interferon

Risk Groups

Who is at risk for Seborrheic Dermatitis?

People with:

Oily skin
Illnesses involving the nervous system such as Parkinson’s disease
Mental health conditions such as depression
Weakened immune system such as organ transplant recipients, people with HIV or AIDS and certain cancers
Family history of psoriasis

Prevention

Avoid known triggers.
Daily cleansing with a gentle soap and shampoo to help reduce oiliness and prevent scales from building up.
If necessary, apply over the counter medicated shampoos or body cleansers that contain selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione, coal tar or ketoconazole once or twice a week to prevent recurrence.

Treatment & Management

Anti-inflammatory creams, ointments and shampoos

This usually includes corticosteroids.

Anti-fungal creams and shampoos

Anti-fungal pills

If treatment with creams and shampoos are not effective or the area involved is extensive.

Singapore Affordable Skin Treatment

Over the past 15 years, we have been helping patients from all over the region regain their confidence with an improved quality of life by providing treatment and management services for their skin conditions.

The journey to better skin health is an ongoing process; We are priced affordably to provide you with sustainable and effective results. Speak to our doctors to find out more. Same-day appointments are available.

Skin Conditions We Treat

Most skin diseases are not fatal. However, if skin diseases very often when left unattended can lead to significant psychosocial debilitation, emotional distress and low esteem.

Fortunately, over the years, medicinal advancement brings its wake new treatment options which, if not a complete cure, alleviate symptoms tremendously. Speak to our doctors today!

Address:

15B Lorong Liput (Next To Holland Piazza)
Singapore 277730

Telephone:+65 6235 1339

Message:+65 88258034

Email: hello@dtapclinic.com.sg

Operating Hours

Monday to Friday:
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday:
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Closed on Public Holidays

Nearest MRT Station:
Holland Village MRT Station