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Review
. 2003 Jul;21(3):401-12.
doi: 10.1016/s0733-8635(03)00028-7.

Seborrheic dermatitis

Aditya K Gupta  1 , Robyn Bluhm, Elizabeth A Cooper, Richard C Summerbell, Roma Batra
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Review

Seborrheic dermatitis

Aditya K Gupta et al. Dermatol Clin. 2003 Jul.

Abstract

Seborrheic dermatitis is present in 1% to 3% of immunocompetent adults, and is more prevalent in men than in women. Seborrheic dermatitis may be seen in conjunction with other skin diseases, such as rosacea, blepharitis or ocular rosacea, and acne vulgaris. Malassezia yeasts have been associated with seborrheic dermatitis. Abnormal or inflammatory immune system reactions to these yeasts may be related to development of seborrheic dermatitis. Treatment modalities for seborrheic dermatitis include keratolytic agents, corticosteroids, and more recently, antifungal agents. Antifungal agents do not carry a risk of skin atrophy or telangiectasia with prolonged use, and it is more prudent to consider antifungals than corticosteroid preparations. The wide range of antifungal formulations available (creams, shampoos, or oral) provides safe, effective, and flexible treatment options for seborrheic dermatitis.

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