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Seborrhoeic dermatitis - Management
How should I treat?
- If simple measures are not effective, prescribe ketoconazole 2% cream once a day (or other topical imidazole). Ketoconazole shampoo is another option:
- Treat until symptoms resolve. If symptoms persist longer than 4 weeks with treatment, seek specialist advice.
- Topical corticosteroids are not usually advised, although they may be of use for certain infants with nappy rash. For more information, see the CKS topic on Nappy rash.
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