Seborrhoeic Dermatitis

Question 1

What can cause seborrhoeic dermatitis?

Answer 1

Abnormalities in the skin barrier and increased sensitivity to oleic acid produce by Malassezia

Question 2

Who is more likely to experience seborrhoeic dermatitis?

Answer 2

-Immunocompromised

Question 3

Signs and symptoms of seborrhoeic dermatitis

Answer 3

-Itchiness
-Soreness
-Sensitivity
-Flaking skin
-Rash

Question 4

How would you cure seborrhoeic dermatitis?

Answer 4

There is currently no cure

Question 5

What general measures can be taken to treat seborrhoeic dermatitis?

Answer 5

-Soap-free wash
-Moisturizer

Question 6

What can help to reduce the level of yeast on the skin?

Answer 6

Anti-fungals

Question 7

What do antifungals do?

Answer 7

Reduce the levels of yeast on the skin

Question 8

What are some examples of anti-fungals?

Answer 8

-Clotrimazole
-Miconazole
-Ketoconazole
-Nystatin

Question 9

What else can be prescribed to help treat seborrhoeic dermatitis?

Answer 9

-Anti-inflammatory creams
-Mild topical corticosteroids
=Topical calcineurin inhibitors