Eczema In Babies

Cradle cap is a form of seborrheic eczema in babies (infantile or neonatal seborrhoeic dermatitis, also known as crusta lactea, milk crust, honeycomb disease). It is a yellowish, patchy, greasy, scaly and crusty skin rash that occurs on the scalp of recently born babies. It's easy to diagnose by the appearance of patches of thick, yellowish scales atop an infant's head. It sometimes appears in the diaper area, neck, face and behind ears, too. It's harmless and goes away quickly when treated. Use shampoo formulated for infants, then after shampooing, lightly massage and brush scalp with a soft brush. If it doesn't improve, it's important to seek medical advice.