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Bothered by scalp flaking and itching? You may have seborrhoeic dermatitis

Seborrhoeic dermatitis is a common inflammatory skin disease that causes dandruff and/or redness on the scalp, eyebrows, corners of the nose and ears.

The most common forms of the disease are:

- In the first 3 months of life
- As a teenager
- 40-60 years of age

The severity of the disease can vary from mild, when patients complain only of dandruff, to more severe, when they are bothered by intense itching and redness.

Seborrhoeic dermatitis is caused by the overgrowth of the Malassezia fungus, which lives naturally on our skin.

Influences on the disease include:

- Increased oiliness of the skin
- Individual predisposition and familial inheritance
- Weakening of the immune system
- Fatigue, lack of sleep

Specialised skin care products from the pharmacy can help you if you experience the symptoms mentioned above.

Our recommendations

For the scalp – Ducray Kelual DS, Mediket Ictamo shampoos, a cheaper alternative – Dermedic Capillarte anti-dandruff shampoo, for babies – BABE PEDIATRIC shampoo for baby seborrhoeic dermatitis.
For facial skin – Oliprox cream, Bioderma Sensibio DS+ cream.

If you are unsure about your diagnosis and over-the-counter remedies from the pharmacy don’t help – seek help from a dermatologist!

The iDerma team will give you a consultation within 24 hours, explain your diagnosis and prescribe the necessary treatment remotely!

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