Definition The term eczema is used to describe various skin diseases that are mainly characterized by itching. The word “dermatitis” is also often used synonymously instead of eczema. Eczema is triggered by a variety of causes. There is a sequence of certain skin reactions typical of skin eczema, including reddening of the skin, blistering, weeping, … Eczema of the scalp
Symptoms of eczema on the scalp Affected persons with seborrhoeic scalp eczema complain above all about yellowish, large and greasy feeling scales. Below the scales the scalp is reddened, some affected persons also suffer from discrete itching. Accompanying an unpleasant smell can emanate from the scalp, since the scales are a good breeding ground for … Symptoms of eczema on the scalp | Eczema of the scalp
Scalp eczema in babies The baby’s seborrheic scalp eczema is colloquially better known as head gneiss. It appears in the first months of life and disappears with time and without treatment. It is often confused with milk crust, i.e. neurodermatitis. In contrast to milk crust, head gneiss typically does not cause itching. In addition, milk … Scalp eczema in babies | Eczema of the scalp
Prognosis The infant’s seborrhoeic eczema usually heals without residue within weeks to a few months without treatment. In adults, especially those with immunodeficiency, a chronic, i.e. permanent course or relapsing disease activity is not uncommon. All articles in this series: Eczema of the scalp Symptoms of eczema on the scalp Scalp eczema in babies Prognosis
