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Suggest Treatment For Cradle Cap In A Toddler
Question: I have been battling cradle cap with my toddler for months he has thick hair and hates for me to rinse the shampoo. I noticed tonight that he has a scaly spot about half dollar size that is completely bald.should I be worried ?
Brief Answer:
Needs ketaconazole shampoo
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Cradle cap can become a great irritant for both parents and the baby.
Sometimes it may take a longer time to settle.
In your baby it looks like hair would have fallen along with the crust.
This does happen sometimes with cradle cap babies.
Don't worry.
It is not something you need to worry of.
Continue soft brushing, mild baby shampoo and try ketaconazole shampoo twice a week to get rid of the fungus in the scales.
If still not improving ask your doctor about mild steroid ointment like hydrocortisone. This can be safely used for a short period.
Wishing your child good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
Needs ketaconazole shampoo
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Cradle cap can become a great irritant for both parents and the baby.
Sometimes it may take a longer time to settle.
In your baby it looks like hair would have fallen along with the crust.
This does happen sometimes with cradle cap babies.
Don't worry.
It is not something you need to worry of.
Continue soft brushing, mild baby shampoo and try ketaconazole shampoo twice a week to get rid of the fungus in the scales.
If still not improving ask your doctor about mild steroid ointment like hydrocortisone. This can be safely used for a short period.
Wishing your child good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
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