Cradle cap is a common scalp problem among infants. It looks like yellow, scaly patches on the scalp. Cradle cap is also called seborrheic dermatitis.
Cradle cap is not connected with an illness. It is not harmful to your baby, and it does not spread to others. Cradle cap usually goes away by a baby's first birthday. If it bothers you, you can treat cradle cap with home care. If it does not bother you or your baby, it does not need treatment.
Cradle cap, also called seborrheic dermatitis, is a greasy, yellowish scaling or crusting on an infant's scalp. With lighter skin, the scalp skin can look reddish. With darker skin, the scalp skin can also be lighter than the skin's usual color. Cradle cap is common in babies and goes away on its own. It usually responds to home treatment.
Cradle cap is not harmful to your baby. It usually goes away by a baby's first birthday.
Home treatment is usually all that is needed for cradle cap.
Cradle cap is the normal buildup of sticky skin oils, scales, and sloughed skin cells.
Cradle cap is an oily, yellow scaling or crusting on a baby's scalp. It is caused by a buildup of sticky skin oils, scales, and sloughed skin cells. Cradle cap is common in babies and is easily treated.
Watch closely for changes in your child's health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
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